Helena Ranaldi

Helena Ranaldi Nogueira (born May 24, 1966) is a Brazilian actress. After starting her career in modeling and commercials, she gained recognition as a finalist in the Supermodel of the World - Step Brazil competition in 1989. With the money she earned, she pursued a course in theater acting and eventually moved from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. In 1990, she made her television debut in the soap opera A História de Ana Raio e Zé Trovão. She later joined Rede Globo and appeared in several popular soap operas, including Despedida de Solteiro and Olho no Olho. Helena Ranaldi also co-hosted Fantástico in 1996.