It was "important for me to address this swiftly to avoid further pain and confusion," said Torres in a statement to Deadline

The Brazilian actor claimed that at the time of the 2008 sketch, her home country had yet to become aware of the "racist history and symbolism of blackface."

Fernanda Torres ‘ mom must be so proud. On Thursday, the star of Walter Salles ‘ period drama I’m Still Here, repeated her mother Fernanda Montenegro’s historic achievement from 1999 (for Central Station) becoming only the second Brazilian to be nominated by the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences in the best actress category.

Between widespread criticism of the film itself and resurfaced tweets from its lead star, the Oscars front-runner has been marred by tons of controversy.

Oscar nominee Fernanda Torres has apologized after a decades-old video of her performing in blackface resurfaced ahead of the Academy Awards. The I’m Still Here star addressed the video in a sta ...

Karla Sofía Gascón took back claim that Fernanda Torres' team spoke 'badly' about her. A source says she did not violate any Oscars rules.

The first-time Oscar nominee Fernanda Torres is offering ... who shocked awards prognosticators when she was nominated for the Academy Award for best lead actress last week for her performance ...

"I'm Still Here" is one of two foreign movies nominated in the best picture category, along with "Emilia Perez ," which racked up 13 nominations at this year's awards, the most of any films. The film had a limited release in the United States on Jan. 17. According to Sony Pictures, “I’m Still Here” is playing in select theaters nationwide.

Karla Sofia Gascón was accused of violating Oscar rules in interview and has issued statement clarifying her comments

Karla Sofia Gascón, the star of Emilia Perez, has clarified her comments after accusing the social media team behind fellow Oscar contender I’m Still Here of undermining her. Last week, Emilia Perez set a record for the most Oscar nominations for an international film and saw Gascón become the first openly trans actor to be recognised in an acting category by the Academy.

Oscar-nominated I'm Still Here actress Fernanda Torres has issued an apology statement for wearing blackface in a resurfaced video from 17 years ago.