Queen of Barretos Competition 2026: Thainá Maria Coelho is an actress and fan of the three drums test

Rainha de Barretos 2026 Contest: Thainá Maria is an actress and fan of the three drums competition The Festa do Peão de Barretos 2026 elects the new queen this Friday (17th) by a jury vote and g1 presents, in alphabetical order, the profile of the ten finalist candidates in the dispute for the title. The current rodeo queen is Lara Peghim. Born in Barretos (SP), actress and sales consultant Thainá Maria Coelho, 28, grew up in a large family of Minas Gerais origin and says that her first memories of the rodeo come from her school days, influenced by the climate that took over the city in August. "I counted the days to enjoy the activities at Rancho do Peãozinho, watch the rodeo competitions in the arena alongside my parents and, later, be placed on their shoulders so I could see the artists during the shows. These are simple memories, but they made the Festa do Peão part of my story." ?Click here to follow the g1 Ribeirão e Franca channel on WhatsApp The decision to sign up for the contest is part of planning that began around two years ago, when he returned to Barretos after working in other cities. To g1, Thainá, who has a degree in theater, says that she preferred to wait for the right moment to try for the title of Queen of Os Independentes. "Until last year, the regulations only allowed one participation, so I was always convinced that I wanted to compete in the competition only when I felt truly prepared. For me, this title goes far beyond the sash and the crown. It's the chance to represent an event that is part of the history of our city and values ??country culture." Thainá Maria Coelho competes for the title of queen of the Festa do Peão de Barretos Personal archive Thainá participates in the contest for the first time and believes that the competition is an opportunity to realize a dream she has had since childhood. ?The grand final of the contest that will elect Queen of the Festa do Peão de Barretos takes place on Friday (17th), starting at 8pm, at North Shopping Barretos. The dispute brings together ten candidates and g1 presents the story of each of them. MORE represents in your life and which values from this universe inspire you most? Thainá: Country culture has always been present in my life. I grew up going to the countryside, surrounded by nature, animals and the routine of farms and farms. I also grew up surrounded by my family and friends, in meetings marked by conversations, guitar fashion and country music. What inspires me most in this universe is the importance of keeping alive traditions that are passed down from generation to generation. Country culture carries values ??such as simplicity, respect, unity, work and love for the land. It is a heritage that is part of my history and that I am very proud to represent. Thainá Maria Coelho competes for the title of queen of the Festa do Peão de Barretos Personal archive Is there a country artist or duo that marked your career? Why? Yes. Since childhood, I have listened to Almir Sater and I have always been in love with the poetry of his lyrics and the way he is intimate with the guitar. His songs give me a feeling of peace and belonging. For me, her voice and her way of singing remind me of a late afternoon in the countryside, reunited with the people I love, experiencing the simplicity and beauty of life's little moments. He is an artist who represents, with great sensitivity, the essence of country culture. Almir Sater Disclosure What is your favorite rodeo event? Why? My favorite discipline is the three barrel race. I especially like it because it highlights the talent of women in rodeo and the harmony that the athlete needs to have with the horse. It is a race that combines speed, technique and a lot of training, showing the competitors' ability and dedication. Trial of the Three Drums of the Jaguariúna Antonio Trivelin Festival/g1 What characteristics do you believe a Queen of the Festa do Peão de Barretos should have to represent the event? I believe that a queen of the Festa do Peão de Barretos must be communicative, welcoming, empathetic and courageous. But, above all, it needs to have responsibility and commitment to the history of our city and our party. Representing Barretos means welcoming those who visit us, valuing country culture and transmitting, with pride and respect, everything that Festa do Peão represents. If you win the title, what message would you like to convey to the public and to the girls who dream of representing Barretos in the future? Thainá: If I win this title, I want to convey to the public a message of pride in our history, our traditions and country culture. I want to represent Barretos with dedication, kindness and hospitality, making each person feel welcome and take with them a special memory of our party. To the girls who dream of representing Barretos, I would like to say that it is worth believing in your own dreams and preparing for them. This experience has already transformed my life, made me grow as a woman and believe even more in my potential. Regardless of the result, participating in this competition was a unique learning opportunity. And, if I have the honor of being queen of the Festa do Peão de Barretos, I want to be an example that dreams can become reality when they are accompanied by dedication, respect and love. 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