Sara Sampaio's Superman Premiere Look Was a Clever Tribute to the Film's Legacy
Sara Sampaio has already lived out what many would call the ultimate dream. She made history as the first Portuguese model to appear in a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, walked the Victoria's Secret runway six times, wore the brand's iconic Bombshell Bra on the runway, and has been featured on numerous magazine covers globally, including Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, and GQ. However, at the age of 33, she's finally getting to live out her dream of being an actress.
She's not easing into Hollywood quietly; she's flying in. Sampaio has booked her biggest acting role in none other than James Gunn's highly anticipated Superman reboot, which is set to hit theaters this week. She takes on the part of Eve Teschmacher, the sharp, alluring personal assistant and possible love interest of Lex Luthor (played by Nicholas Hoult). She's a character with roots in the original Superman films that has been reimagined for a new generation.
Landing a role in Superman isn't just a big break—it's a power move. The Superman franchise is one of the most enduring and culturally significant in cinematic history, with a legacy stretching back nearly five decades on screen and even longer in comics. For Sampaio, debuting in a universe that has launched countless careers and captured generations of fans adds weight and meaning to her transition from model to actress. She's trading runways for character arcs and proving that her on-camera presence shouldn't be limited to fashion campaigns.
Speaking of presence, she brought plenty of it to the red carpet last night for the Los Angeles premiere. With the help of stylist Emma Jade Morrison, Sampaio turned heads in a striking Marmar Halim S/S 25 couture gown that conveyed both power and symbolism. The color red, long associated with Superman's iconic cape and the bold glamour of Eve, set the tone for her role, so of course, we had to get all of the details.
We caught up with Sampaio after the premiere to discuss the vision behind her red carpet look, which included supporting an Egyptian fashion designer and bringing the character of Eve Teschmacher to life.
Let's start with your evening leading up to the Superman premiere in L.A. What was the experience like as you got ready for the event?
Well, I was drinking a lot of water because I always feel dehydrated in L.A. Overall, though, it was a very chill day. I like silence. I don't usually listen to anything before going to a red carpet or similar event. I get so overstimulated that I prefer the silence beforehand to get in the zone. I had my hair and makeup team, whom I've worked with for years, there, so it was really special to have them with me. Also, my three friends were there, and they helped me select the jewelry. It was really fun to have them there and share the experience.
