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National & Local

Monobloco Parade Closes Mega Blocks Circuit and Honors Preta Gil and Arlindo Cruz

The Monobloco, one of the most famous street carnival blocks in Rio de Janeiro, concluded the mega blocks circuit on Sunday, paying tribute to the late musicians Preta Gil and Arlindo Cruz.

Feb 22 • 13:01 UTC
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National & Local

Fifth day of Carnival in Salvador features conflict with Filhos de Gandhy and Bell, criticism from Armandinho, and tribute from Ivete to Preta Gil

The fifth day of the Carnival in Salvador was marked by public disputes involving the Filhos de Gandhy group, criticism from singer Armandinho regarding the organization of carnival events, and a heartfelt tribute from Ivete Sangalo to the late Preta Gil.

Feb 17 • 04:26 UTC
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National & Local

Preta Gil is present! One of the striking images of Carnival 2026 is by the artist

Preta Gil's face was recreated in the sky of Salvador using 600 drones as part of the tributes during Carnival 2026.

Feb 16 • 22:52 UTC
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National & Local

Ivete Sangalo begins parade with tribute to Preta Gil: 'Before coming here, I listen to the messages she sent me'

Brazilian singer Ivete Sangalo paid tribute to her late friend Preta Gil during the Salvador Carnival parade, emphasizing the emotional connection that remains despite Preta's passing.

Feb 16 • 18:59 UTC
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National & Local

Gilberto Gil and Caetano Veloso sing with Daniela Mercury in the Salvador carnival circuit

Famed Brazilian musicians Gilberto Gil and Caetano Veloso joined Daniela Mercury on stage at the Salvador carnival, performing popular songs and honoring the memory of Gil's late daughter, Preta Gil.

Feb 16 • 01:25 UTC
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National & Local

Preta Gil is honored with a drone show at Salvador's carnival

Singer and actress Preta Gil received a heartfelt tribute featuring a drone show at the Farol da Barra during Salvador's carnival.

Feb 16 • 00:17 UTC
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National & Local

Francisco Gil appears in tribute to Preta Gil at his first Carnival without the singer

Francisco Gil paid tribute to his late mother, Preta Gil, during his first Carnival since her passing, posing in front of a banner in Salvador.

Feb 13 • 23:07 UTC
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National & Local

Gilberto Gil and Flora Gil are moved by Preta's photos on the mural at Expresso 2222

Gilberto Gil and his wife Flora were touched by a mural of photos honoring Preta Gil at the Expresso 2222 cabin during Carnival in Salvador.

Feb 13 • 22:21 UTC
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National & Local

Preta Gil taught me to live in urgency: ‘Everything is for today,’ says the singer's friend

The article highlights the journey of Malu Barbosa, a marketing director, who became pregnant amid her best friend Preta Gil's battle with cancer, emphasizing themes of hope and urgency.

Feb 12 • 19:30 UTC
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National & Local

Expresso 2222 will honor Preta Gil, debut of Bela's restaurant and performance by Margareth Menezes

The Expresso 2222 event will celebrate the memory of singer Preta Gil during its 25th edition, with various surprises planned.

Feb 11 • 20:15 UTC
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National & Local

James Van Der Beek, from 'Dawson's Creek', died of colorectal cancer, just like Preta Gil; he warned about ignored symptoms

Actor James Van Der Beek passed away from colorectal cancer, sharing insights about overlooked symptoms before his diagnosis.

Feb 11 • 19:46 UTC
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National & Local

Monobloco honors Preta Gil and Arlindo Cruz

Monobloco, a popular carnival block in Brazil, is set to celebrate the lives of musicians Preta Gil and Arlindo Cruz during its carnival procession in São Paulo.

Feb 8 • 17:28 UTC
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National & Local

Cordão do Boitatá celebrates 30 years and debuts in the megabloco circuit in downtown Rio

The Cordão do Boitatá bloco celebrated its 30th anniversary with a lively parade in downtown Rio de Janeiro, despite predictions of rain.

Feb 8 • 13:55 UTC
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National & Local

Inter-religious act by the MPF marks stage of agreement in case of religious intolerance in PB

An inter-religious act held by Brazil's Federal Public Ministry in João Pessoa marked a significant step in addressing a case of religious intolerance involving priest Danilo César de Sousa Bezerra and artist Preta Gil.

Feb 7 • 13:54 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Priest reported for religious intolerance against Preta Gil refused to speak at event with Gilberto Gil; VIDEO

Priest Danilo César, accused of religious intolerance for comments about Preta Gil during a mass, declined to speak at a religious event attended remotely by Gilberto Gil.

Feb 6 • 23:05 UTC
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Life & Tech

Gilberto Gil calls the priest's speech against Preta Gil 'aggression' during an event in PB

Gilberto Gil participated in an interfaith event online condemning remarks made by Father Danilo César, who faced allegations of religious intolerance for his comments about Preta Gil.

Feb 6 • 20:47 UTC
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Life & Tech

Debuting at the Circuit, Cordão do Boitatá will honor the singer with standards; see images

Cordão do Boitatá will debut at the Circuit Preta Gil in Rio, honoring the late singer with two standards depicting her as a child with her father Gilberto Gil and as an adult in golden clothing.

Feb 5 • 18:14 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Pay R$ 4,000 and participate in an act with other religions: what does the MPF agreement say with the priest accused of religious intolerance in a statement about Preta Gil

Father Danilo César has accepted an agreement with the Federal Public Ministry (MPF) related to accusations of religious intolerance following his comments about Preta Gil, which includes payment of R$ 4,000 and participation in interfaith events.

Feb 5 • 00:08 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Priest denounced for religious intolerance in speech about Preta Gil makes agreement with the MPF to avoid criminal charges

Father Danilo César, accused of religious intolerance over comments about Preta Gil during an online mass, reached an agreement with the Federal Public Ministry to avoid criminal prosecution.

Feb 4 • 23:25 UTC
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World

Grammy honors Preta Gil and other 23 Brazilian artists

At the 68th Grammy Awards, Preta Gil and 23 other Brazilian artists were honored in the In Memoriam segment, and Caetano Veloso and Bethânia won the Best Global Music Album award.

Feb 2 • 21:02 UTC

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