Catarina Furtado

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

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Catarina Furtado stands out in the Portuguese media landscape for her longevity and dedication to social causes. Her 23-year tenure as a UNFPA Goodwill Ambassador is a record-breaking achievement in the humanitarian sector, marking her as one of the longest-serving celebrity ambassadors globally. This commitment has earned her deep respect from international organizations and the Portuguese public alike. Her role in making Eurovision 2018 the first all-female hosted contest in history further cements her legacy as a pioneer for women in media.

AwardsWhile she has not won major competitive awards like Oscars or Golden Globes, Furtado has received significant recognition for her contributions to Portuguese culture and humanitarian efforts. She was honored for completing 23 years of service as a UNFPA Goodwill Ambassador in 2023. Her leadership of the all-female Eurovision 2018 team also garnered international praise and critical acclaim. She has received honorary mentions from Portuguese government institutions and media organizations for her cultural impact.

Honours & Distinctions

UNFPA Goodwill Ambassador

United Nations Population Fund·2000

Appointed to advocate for sexual and reproductive health rights, serving for 23 years.

President of Corações com Coroa

NGO Corações com Coroa

Leads the organization supporting underprivileged children and families in Portugal and Guinea-Bissau.

Records & Feats

Longest-Serving UNFPA Celebrity Ambassador

Humanitarian Record·2023

Completed 23 years of continuous service as a Goodwill Ambassador as of 2023.

First All-Female Eurovision Host Team

Broadcasting Milestone·2018

Led the first all-female quartet to host the Eurovision Song Contest in 2018.