Grace Mendes (born 15 August 1974) is a Portuguese actress of Angolan background,[1] famous for her performance as Sandra on the telenovela Ninguém como Tu.
She is also well known for playing Marlene on Makemba Hotel, Rosa Bittencourt on Windeck,[2] Nayr on Jikulumessu, and Yolanda on Maison Afrochic.
[3][4] Mendes began acting at age 19, with her being part of the cast in theatre and TV productions.
In addition to acting, she has also done humanitarian work in Angola, such as with opening free health clinics in Luanda.
[7] Mendes dated Angolan actor Fredy Costa from 2013 to 2020.