Margarida Corceiro is one of the most well-known names in the lively world of Portuguese entertainment. This Santarém-born star is only 22 years old, but she has already won over fans with her on-screen charm, runway poise, and easy-to-love social media presence. Corceiro is the modern, multifaceted star who bridges the gap between television drama and global glamour. She started out in telenovelas and has since appeared on the covers of fashion magazines. Her story is one of ambition and authenticity as she continues to grow in 2025, with new movie roles and high-profile romances making headlines.
Early Life and Getting into Modeling
Margarida Matias Ferreira Corceiro was born on October 26, 2002, in the historic city of Santarém, which is located in the Oeste e Vale do Tejo region of Portugal. Her parents, Rita Ferreira and Paulo Corceiro, were doctors, so she grew up in a home that valued hard work and balance. Young Margarida’s childhood was a mix of creativity and discipline, thanks in part to her younger sister Beatriz. These traits would later help her succeed in both acting and modeling.
Corceiro’s rise to fame started very early on. The well-known Central Models agency found her when she was only 10 years old. She started booking national fashion campaigns and building a portfolio that showed off her natural beauty. By the time she was 12, she was working with brands that catered to young people, which helped her get better at being in front of the camera. “I never said out loud that I wanted to be a model, but I knew I would be on TV one day,” she said in an interview in 2021. This early exposure not only boosted her confidence, but it also drew a large online following, turning her personal Instagram account into a professional one with over a million followers.
After finishing high school, Corceiro moved to Lisbon and got involved in the city’s busy entertainment scene. She had steady work as a model, working with companies like Adidas, Funky Project Clothing, and Bershka, but it was clear that she wanted to be on the big screen.
Acting Breakthrough: From Telenovelas to the Dance Floor
Corceiro’s acting career took off when she was 16 years old. She made her TV debut in the gripping TVI telenovela Prisioneira, where she played the complicated Carolina Atalaia. The role got her a lot of praise right away for how naturally she acted and how deep her emotions were. It made her a new voice in Portuguese drama. Critics said that her performance connected with younger audiences because it combined vulnerability with strength in a story of being held captive and then being set free.
With this momentum, 2020 turned out to be a very important year. In the romantic drama Bem Me Quer, she played Constança Cunha Trindade de Sousa. This role showed how well she could handle complicated family situations. That same year, Corceiro gave up writing scripts to dance shoes and competed in the fifth season of Portugal’s Dancing with the Stars with partner André Madeira. Her graceful routines not only showed off her athleticism, but they also made her seem more like a real person, which made her fans love her even more.
Corceiro became known as the queen of telenovelas in the early 2020s. In the 2022 movie Quero É Viver, she played Rita Vieira Menezes de Sousa, a character she later said was “one of the most difficult and rewarding” of her career. The movie dealt with themes of ambition and loss. As Gabriela “Gabi” Caiado in the classic teen show Morangos com Açúcar (2023–2024), she became even more popular with Gen Z viewers. She brought the show back to life with a modern twist.
There haven’t been any official awards given to her yet, but the praise from critics and the number of people who watch her show say a lot. She told Portuguese Soul Magazine, “I’m very happy and fulfilled to be working regularly with the Portuguese and Spanish markets.”
Film and Beyond: Expanding Horizons
Corceiro made a brave move into film and lead roles in 2024 and 2025. She played Eva Borges Lacerda in TVI’s A Fazenda, which started on November 25, 2024, and is still on the air in 2025. The series, which is about intrigue and passion in the country, has made her a leading lady, and the first few episodes got high ratings.
Corceiro made her film debut in the 2025 romantic drama Hotel Amor, where she played Patrícia. The movie dealt with the idea of short-lived relationships in a seaside retreat. Later that year, she took on the mysterious Zoe in the thriller series Punto Nemo (also known as Ponto Nemo), which has a mysterious, ocean-bound plot that suggests she wants to work internationally. These roles show that she can do a lot of different things, from romantic dramas to thrillers, which shows that she is a star who isn’t afraid to push herself.
Her modeling career is going well off-screen. In April 2025, she was on the cover of Vogue Portugal. The editorial was a stunning mix of high fashion and Portuguese culture, and critics praised its bold look. As an influencer recognized by Forbes Portugal, Corceiro’s feed is full of travel photos from Playa Maroma, Mexico, to Madrid. It mixes aspirational lifestyle with relatable glimpses, and she has a lot of followers on Instagram and TikTok (over 800,000 on the latter).
Romantic relationships and quiet interests in personal life
Corceiro’s personal life has often been as dramatic as the roles she plays. She was in a very public relationship with Portuguese footballer João Félix from 2019 to 2024. The relationship combined soccer stardom with entertainment buzz. They broke up in 2024 on good terms, but it opened the door for new things.
Lando Norris, a McLaren Formula 1 driver, has had a very interesting life outside of racing that has crossed paths with hers. They had been together since 2023, but they broke up for a short time in August 2024. They got back together in public at the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix. They made it official at the Hungarian Grand Prix at the end of the summer. Corceiro was seen in McLaren gear, which turned heads in the paddock. Tatler joked, “She’s the golden-haired siren stopping F1 in its tracks,” capturing her effortless beauty in the fast-paced world. Recent X posts are full of reports of her in a red bikini on sunny vacations in Portugal, which has people talking about what will happen next.
Corceiro stays down to earth even when she’s not in the spotlight. She loves animals and has a pet dog that she often posts cute pictures of. She says that her parents had the biggest impact on her life and stresses the importance of balancing “personal achievement, work, friendship, family, and love.” The “Portuguese soul” for her is “happiness… smiling, dancing, eating, and partying, even when the victories are small.”
What’s Next and the Legacy
Corceiro’s net worth is expected to reach $1.5 million by 2025, thanks to acting jobs, endorsements, and deals as an influencer. She’s not just a TV star; she’s a cultural icon for young people in Portugal who look up to her for never giving up on her dreams. Recent news stories, like her “surprising” topless beach photoshoot, show how confident she is.
As Punto Nemo comes out and the F1 season heats up, expect more from this dynamo. Margarida Corceiro shows that true stardom is about more than just being seen. She can command the screen and the catwalk. In a world where fame is short-lived, she’s making something that will last.
