Champion Parade 2026: see the order and what to expect from the carnival winners' night at Sapucaí
The Champion Parade 2026 in Brazil will showcase the top six samba schools with performances that delight without the stress of judges' evaluations, featuring a reversal of their ranking order during the celebration.
Mestre Ciça's Victory at Carnival Makes Cissa Guimarães Exclaim: 'Sapucaí Yelling My Name'
Cissa Guimarães expresses her excitement over Mestre Ciça's victory at Carnival, which has gone viral and turned her into a meme.
Ciça says he will try to fulfill his promise to quit smoking for the title of Viradouro: 'I will make an effort'
Mestre Ciça, the winner of this year's Viradouro carnival, pledged to quit smoking as a condition of the school's victory and expressed his determination to honor this commitment.
Ciça's daughter expresses herself after Viradouro's title: 'Father to everyone, except for his daughters'
Thaís Luci calls for her name to not be associated with her father, the honored figure in the championship parade, revealing family grievances amid the celebrations.
Members of other schools applauded Ciça and Viradouro standing after victory; VIDEO
A video captured the reactions of competing samba schools celebrating Viradouro's victory during the announcement at the Cidade do Samba.
From passista to 'master of masters' and champion plot: the trajectory of Ciça
Ciça, a prominent figure in the samba community, is celebrated for his journey from a dancer to a respected leader, now honored in the champion samba school parade.
Viradouro is the champion of the Special Group of Rio with a tribute to Ciça, the school's master of battery
Viradouro won the Rio carnival and secured its fourth title with a tribute to Ciça, the school's beloved master of the battery.
'Upwards, Ciça': who is the drum master honored by the champion of Rio's Carnival 2026
Mestre Ciça, a legendary figure in samba, was honored by Unidos do Viradouro following their Carnival victory, celebrating his 70-year journey in music.
Master of the drums, Ciça enters the pantheon of the immortals of Carnival with the victory of Viradouro
Ciça, a renowned samba drummer, is celebrated for his pivotal role in Viradouro's victory at the Rio de Janeiro Carnival 2026, marking a significant achievement in his career as he approaches his 70th birthday.
'Go for it, Ciça': see photos from Viradouro's championship parade in tribute to the master
The Viradouro samba school's parade, which earned them the title for Carnival 2026, was a heartfelt tribute to Mestre Ciça, showcasing numerous emotional moments.
Famous people celebrate the victory of Unidos do Viradouro at the Rio Carnival
Famous personalities celebrated Unidos do Viradouro's victory at the Rio Carnival for 2026, particularly highlighting the emotional tribute to mestre Ciça.
Vander Pires is moved after title with storyline about Ciça: 'We were all honored'
Vander Pires, the singer of the Viradouro samba school, expressed his deep emotions after the school won the title with a tribute theme to Mestre Ciça.
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Mestre Ciça's leadership helped the Viradouro samba school win the carnival championship in Rio de Janeiro.
'Samba has won', said Ciça after Viradouro's victory
'Samba has won', said Ciça after their victory in Carnival 2026.
Viradouro is the champion with a tribute to Mestre Ciça
The Unidos do Viradouro won the 2026 Rio de Janeiro carnival, celebrating the life of Mestre Ciça.
With a tribute to master Ciça, Viradouro is champion and wins the 4th title at Rio Carnival
Unidos do Viradouro wins its fourth title at the Rio de Janeiro Carnival 2026, paying tribute to its drum master Ciça.
Wheelchair and motorcycle with escorts: see the Viradouro operation for Ciça's double appearance
The Viradouro samba school organized a unique operation to ensure the participation of Mestre Ciça in two key moments during the carnival parade, making history as both a theme and a judged participant.
Ciça in double dose: choreographers revisit strategy adopted with Ivete in parade 9 years ago
Ciça made a surprise appearance in the performance of Unidos do Viradouro during the samba parade, reminiscent of Ivete Sangalo's unexpected 2017 performance.
Master Ciça repeats feat of 2007 and takes command of the drum section on the Viradouro float; compare
Master Ciça, at 69, once again led the drum section of Viradouro's float, recreating a celebrated moment from 2007's parade.
Master Ciça makes a surprise appearance in the front commission of Viradouro
At 69, Mestre Ciça surprised the audience by performing multiple roles during his tribute parade at Viradouro.
'I'm with you,' says Luma de Oliveira, cheering for Mestre Ciça
Luma de Oliveira expressed her support for Mestre Ciça during a celebration at Sapucaí, highlighting their iconic partnership in samba.
Emotional before entering the avenue, Mestre Ciça says he couldn't sleep the night before: 'An adrenaline rush and an honor'
Mestre Ciça, a veteran samba drummer, shares his excitement and nerves before a parade in his honor, expressing hopes for victory.
Juliana Paes' Costume Pays Tribute to All the Queens of Mestre Ciça
Juliana Paes will honor all the muses who have reigned under Mestre Ciça during the Unidos da Viradouro parade.
From Monique Evans and Luma to Paolla and Ju Paes, remember the list of battery queens of Mestre Ciça, which even includes Camila Pitanga
The article lists prominent figures who have held the title of battery queens in Brazil's Carnaval, highlighting Mestre Ciça's significant contribution to the festivities.
Juliana Paes talks about partnership with Mestre Ciça in her return to Viradouro: 'big guy'
Juliana Paes expresses her admiration for Mestre Ciça as she returns to the Viradouro samba school after 17 years, celebrating their long-standing friendship and his contributions as a music director.
VIDEO Zdravko Mamić climbed onto a table and tore his shirt at Ceca's concert, then 'decorated' a band member
Croatian fugitive Zdravko Mamić made a scene at a concert by Serbian folk singer Ceca, climbing onto a table and tearing his shirt while showering cash on the saxophonist.
‘Declaration of love in the form of a parade’, predicts Viradouro's carnival designer about the tribute to Mestre Ciça
The Unidos do Viradouro samba school is preparing for Carnival 2026 with a tribute to Mestre Ciça, celebrating his legacy through a unique and heartfelt parade concept.
Viradouro 2026: see the plot and sing the samba
The article discusses the enredo (plot) of the samba school Viradouro for the 2026 Carnival, titled 'Para cima, Ciça!', which centers around the story of Moacyr da Silva Pinto, also known as Ciça.