Catarina Martins
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Catarina Soares Martins (born 7 September 1973) is a Portuguese politician and actress.[1] She was the national coordinator of the Left Bloc from 11 November 2012 until 28 May 2023, and has been a member of the Assembly of the Republic for the Left Bloc since 2009. She trained as a linguist and is active in theater.
In this Portuguese name, the first or maternal family name is Soares and the second or paternal family name is Martins.
Quick Facts National Coordinator of the Left Bloc, Preceded by ...
Catarina Martins | |
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National Coordinator of the Left Bloc | |
In office 11 November 2012 – 28 May 2023 | |
Preceded by | Francisco Louçã |
Succeeded by | Mariana Mortágua |
Member of the European Parliament | |
Assumed office 16 July 2024 | |
Constituency | Portugal |
Member of the Assembly of the Republic | |
In office 15 October 2009 – 14 September 2023 | |
Succeeded by | Isabel Pires |
Constituency | Porto |
Personal details | |
Born | Catarina Soares Martins (1973-09-07) 7 September 1973 (age 50) Porto, Portugal |
Political party | Left Bloc |
Children | 2 |
Occupation | Actress • Politician |
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Martins was elected a Member of the European Parliament in the 2024 European election, and is expected to be sworn-in in the upcoming Tenth European Parliament.[2]