Virginia Fonseca Confirms SBT Exit as Grande Rio Duties Intensify

Overview

• SBT announced on Jan. 28 that Fonseca will not renew her contract, with six pre-recorded Sabadou episodes still to air and a farewell taping set for Feb. 24.
• Network president Daniela Beyruti said Fonseca signaled the decision in late 2025, citing the need to focus on new business fronts and personal commitments.
• Coverage reports SBT is weighing successors for the Saturday slot, with influencer Cela Lopes in internal discussions and Luciana Gimenez cited as a possibility, though no replacement is confirmed.
• Fonseca has appeared at consecutive Grande Rio events, shared a high-profile rehearsal with Paolla Oliveira in her new ‘rainha de honra’ role, tested parade makeup at Sapucaí, and hosted a churrasco for the bateria.
• She told reporters she hopes to remain drum queen beyond 2026 and separately denied plans to move to Madrid, saying she will continue living in Brazil.