Camila Mendes earned her big break on The CW program Riverdale, where she played the popular comic book character Veronica Lodge. While the show’s storyline and directing have a lot to be desired, Mendes convincingly portrayed the wealthy Riverdale character.
Apart from Riverdale and a few cameo appearances on TV series like The Simpsons, Mendes has also appeared in films like Palm Springs and Dangerous Lies.
Mendes studied acting at NYU.
The NYU Tisch School of the Arts has produced some prominent graduates, including pop icon Lady Gaga and respected director Chloe Zhao. Mendes is also a graduate of the famous academic school, having earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2016.
Mendes Is Friends With Singer Maggie Rogers
Mendes met Grammy-nominated artist Maggie Rogers while studying at NYU. The two are quite close, and Mendes even appeared in Roger’s music video for “Give a Little.”
Mendes turned her internship into a job.
Mendes is one of those diligent people who isn’t scared to ask for what she wants. During her tenure at NYU, Mendes, according to a Ladygunn cover story, interned at a talent agency. When her internship was coming to an end, she asked if she might audition for the talent agency. They agreed, and she soon had a successful audition and was part of the agency’s talent roster.
Mendes Had To Look Glossy To Land A Role On Riverdale
The CW’s shows are recognized for appealing to younger audiences, so most of them have a distinct design that also mirrors what’s popular in the real world. That’s why it’s not unexpected that Mendes had to wear her makeup a specific way in order to land the coveted role of Veronica Lodge in Riverdale.
Mendes Lived In Brazil For A Year
Many fans may be unaware that Mendes is Brazilian. Her parents are both Brazilian, and she speaks fluent Portuguese. She spent a year in Brazil when she was about 10 years old. Mendes tells People Magazine that she is linked to Brazilian culture through her family, from speaking Portuguese with her parents to communicating with her extended relatives via a WhatsApp group chat.
