Virginia Fonseca announced this Wednesday (12) that she has ended her stint as drum queen of Grande Rio. The influencer, who held the position at Carnival 2026, will not continue in her role at next year's parade.
Virginia leaves the post of drum queen of Grande Rio
Virginia Fonseca announced this Wednesday (12) that she has ended her stint as drum queen of Grande Rio. The influencer, who held the position at Carnival 2026, will not continue in her role at next year's parade. The decision was...
Virginia explained that the last few months have provoked a reflection on her routine and the need to dedicate more time to her family and professional commitments. According to her, the choice was discussed with family members.
- Children and companies will be among their priorities in this new phase.
- The influencer stated that she intends to continue showing her day-to-day life to the public, but in a more balanced way, and highlighted that the intensity required by Carnival weighed on...
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The decision was communicated on social media. Virginia explained that the last few months have provoked a reflection on her routine and the need to dedicate more time to her family and professional commitments. According to her, the choice was discussed with family members.
Children and companies will be among their priorities in this new phase. The influencer stated that she intends to continue showing her day-to-day life to the public, but in a more balanced way, and highlighted that the intensity required by Carnival weighed on her decision to leave her position.
"I don't know how to do anything halfway!", he said, explaining that the position requires constant presence and commitment.
Virginia says goodbye to Grande Rio
Virginia arrived in Grande Rio for the 2026 Carnival and made her debut as drum queen at Marquês de Sapucaí. In his farewell message, he said he had dedicated himself to the role as much as possible and thanked the school for the opportunity to participate in the Rio de Janeiro Carnival.
She also mentioned the reception she received within the Duque de Caxias association. Despite the criticism and repercussion caused by her choice for the position, Virginia stated that she felt welcomed and protected by the school during the period she was in charge of the drums.
The influencer thanked members of Grande Rio by name, including Jayder Soares, honorary president of the association, as well as members of the board and professionals who accompanied her in preparation for the parade. Mestre Fafá, responsible for the drums, was also mentioned.
Virginia also thanked Santinha and Carlinhos, who participated in her preparation for the samba and helped her during the period leading up to her debut on the avenue.
“Grande Rio and Carnival, I love you!”, he wrote at the end of his farewell.
Vini Jr. reacts to the announcement
The publication received messages from family and friends. Vini Jr., Virginia's boyfriend and honored by her during her time in Grande Rio, also spoke out in the comments after the departure announcement.
Virginia leaves her post after one year at the school. Her debut as drum queen took place at Carnival in 2026, and the influencer will not remain in the role for the 2027 edition.