Bio
- Born in America, but raised by two Brazilian parents; speaks fluent Portuguese as a result.
- Moved 16 times during her childhood, and spent a year living in Brazil.
- Called agent to get audition for Riverdale, ended up as the very last audition on the very last day.
- Spent several months auditioning for Riverdale while completing her last year at NYU Tisch School of the Arts; landed the role soon after graduating.
- Sampled fried crickets, ants, and grasshoppers on a culinary tour of Mexico.
Camila MendesJune 29, 1994 (age 30)Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
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Bio
- Born in America, but raised by two Brazilian parents; speaks fluent Portuguese as a result.
- Moved 16 times during her childhood, and spent a year living in Brazil.
- Called agent to get audition for Riverdale, ended up as the very last audition on the very last day.
- Spent several months auditioning for Riverdale while completing her last year at NYU Tisch School of the Arts; landed the role soon after graduating.
- Sampled fried crickets, ants, and grasshoppers on a culinary tour of Mexico.
