Feb 27 • 18:36 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil Folha (PT)

Justice denies Marcão do Povo's request to remove Ludmilla's video about racism case

The São Paulo court has denied a second request from TV presenter Marcão do Povo to remove Ludmilla's video discussing racism allegations.

A São Paulo court has rejected a second request from Marcão do Povo, a presenter at SBT, to have a video featuring singer Ludmilla removed. The video includes Ludmilla making a statement about a past allegation of racism directed towards her. In her declaration, Ludmilla responds to Marcão's previous claim in his program, where he stated he was exonerated from a racism accusation made against her in 2017.

The ongoing legal dispute stems from Marcão do Povo's dissatisfaction with how the singer has framed the incident. Following Marcão's remarks, he filed a criminal report against Ludmilla, leading to a police inquiry being opened. This incident highlights the complexities of race relations and public discourse surrounding allegations of racism in Brazil, as well as the role of media figures in shaping narratives about such serious accusations.

The court's decision emphasizes the legal protections surrounding free speech and artistic expression. Both the ongoing inquiry and the legal battle over the video reflect broader societal tensions regarding racism in Brazil, particularly in how public figures navigate personal and professional allegations. This situation brings to light the importance of media representation and accountability in discussions of race and discrimination.

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