Feb 15 • 13:00 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

More than 50 years of reign: the queens who make history in front of the batteries

Four queens of samba in Rio de Janeiro have led their respective cultural groups for over 50 years, becoming iconic figures in Brazilian Carnival.

In the vibrant atmosphere of Rio de Janeiro's Carnival, four remarkable women have established themselves as symbols of strength and resilience within the samba community, each leading their respective baterias (drum sections) for decades. These queens are Bianca Monteiro from Portela, Evelyn Bastos from Mangueira, Sabrina Sato from Vila Isabel, and Viviane Araújo from Salgueiro. Their reigns span over 50 years collectively, showcasing not only their individual talents but also their significant contributions to the preservation and evolution of samba culture.

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