Rodrigo Fortuna
Acting
Biography
Rodrigo Fortuna is a young Portuguese actor working across television and film. He made his television debut in the TV series A Protegida (2025), portraying the younger version of the character JD Azevedo. He later moved into film projects, playing Pedro in 18 Buracos para o Paraíso (2025) and Daniel in the short film Monstro (2026). Alongside his professional work, Rodrigo continues his academic education while pursuing his development as an actor. He is regarded as a promising young talent in Portugal.
Known For
In the heart of the Alentejo countryside, Mariana and José Diogo are two children whose backgrounds could not be more different: she is the fruit of a loving relationship; he's an orphan. She has a safe haven in her family to run to when she gets hurt; he can only run to her.
A Protegida
A family with a long history (and many members) gathers around a table in a mansion in southern Portugal. The region has transformed from a depressed area into a thriving tourist destination. Kisses, hugs, and greetings quickly turn into complaints and reproaches surrounding the big issue: What should be done with Daddy’s house? It is a tempting piece of cake, laden with rich family memories. But progress cannot be stopped.
18 Holes to Paradise
A summer heat wave sweeps Lisbon. 12-year-old Alex witnesses his best friend being attacked, but an intimate secret keeps him from talking about what happened.