History of Camila Mendes in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: October 26, 2025

Camila Mendes is an American actress best known for her role as Veronica Lodge in the CW teen drama series Riverdale (2017-2023), which earned her a Teen Choice Award. Initially taking supporting roles in films like The New Romantic, The Perfect Date, and Palm Springs, she later transitioned to leading roles in films such as Do Revenge, Upgraded, and Música. She also served as an executive producer for Upgraded and Música, expanding her involvement in the film industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education

2012: Graduated from American Heritage School

In 2012, Camila Mendes graduated from the Fine Arts program at the American Heritage School in Plantation, Florida.

May 2016: Graduated from New York University

In May 2016, Camila Mendes graduated from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts.

2016: Cast in Riverdale

In 2016, Camila Mendes was cast as Veronica Lodge in The CW's teen drama series Riverdale.

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2017: Ended relationship with Ian Wallace

In 2017, Camila Mendes ended her relationship with photographer and director Ian Wallace, whom she had been dating since 2013.

2017: Won Teen Choice Award

In 2017, Camila Mendes won a Teen Choice Award for her portrayal of Veronica Lodge on The CW's Riverdale.

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March 2018: The New Romantic Premiered

In March 2018, Camila Mendes made her feature film debut as Morgan in The New Romantic, which premiered at the SXSW Festival.

October 2018: Started dating Charles Melton

In October 2018, Camila Mendes began dating her Riverdale co-star Charles Melton.

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April 12, 2019: The Perfect Date Released

On April 12, 2019, the romantic comedy The Perfect Date, featuring Camila Mendes, was released on Netflix.

December 2019: Broke up with Charles Melton

In December 2019, Camila Mendes and Charles Melton broke up.

2020: Appeared in Palm Springs

In 2020, Camila Mendes appeared in the critically acclaimed sci-fi/comedy Palm Springs, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and was released on Hulu that July.

2022: Co-starred in Do Revenge

In 2022, Camila Mendes co-starred in the teen black comedy Do Revenge for Netflix, playing the role of Drea.

July 2023: Revealed dating Rudy Mancuso

In July 2023, Camila Mendes revealed that she has been dating actor and internet personality Rudy Mancuso for a year, whom she met while working on Música.