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Elections in Brazil attract former footballers, Big Brother celebrities and look-alikes of Lula and Bolsonaro

Notícias de Coimbra30 August 2026 at 09:08

The elections in Brazil are attracting a wide variety of celebrities and public figures as candidates. Among those seeking elective positions are former football players and coaches, reality show participants, TV hosts, actors and singers.

The presence of look-alikes of Lula da Silva and Jair Bolsonaro among the candidates draws special attention, reflecting the strong political polarization in the country and the search for candidates who can capitalize on voters' familiarity with these figures.

The phenomenon demonstrates how the Brazilian political landscape has approached entertainment, with famous people from various areas trying to use their popularity to win votes in the elections.

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