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International celebrities endorse Lula ahead of Brazilian election
A wide array of international artists, filmmakers, and musicians have publicly endorsed Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva ahead of the second round of the 2026 presidential election. The endorsement movement, occurring just days before the vote against Flávio Bolsonaro, includes high-profile figures such as Madonna, Mark Ruffalo, Pedro Almodóvar, Guillermo del Toro, Tilda Swinton, and Javier Bardem.
Many participants appeared in a collective video organized by filmmaker Kleber Mendonça Filho, where several actors used the 'L' hand gesture to signal support for Lula. The messages emphasize the importance of protecting democracy, the Amazon rainforest, indigenous rights, and scientific education. Other notable supporters include Roger Waters, The Strokes, and model Bella Hadid.
Additionally, WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange expressed support for Lula, noting that the president advocated for his freedom during his period of incarceration. Assange contrasted Lula's actions with those of Jair and Flávio Bolsonaro, whom he criticized for their lack of support during his legal battles.
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Bella Hadid · Brazil · Flávio Bolsonaro · Julian Assange · Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva · Madonna · Rafael Pavarotti
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- [● 10 SOURCES] Madonna shared a post on Instagram supporting Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. www.gp1.com.br · srzd.com · 99fm.dol.com.br · brasilemfolhas.com.br · www.brasilparalelo.com.br · +4 more
- [● 3 SOURCES] Model Bella Hadid also shared the post supporting Lula. www.gp1.com.br · brasilemfolhas.com.br · oantagonista.com.br
- [● 14 SOURCES] The endorsement was made ahead of the second round of the 2026 election. www.gp1.com.br · srzd.com · 99fm.dol.com.br · brasilemfolhas.com.br · www.brasilparalelo.com.br · +9 more
- [● 7 SOURCES] The endorsement message advocates for the Amazon and indigenous peoples. www.gp1.com.br · srzd.com · 99fm.dol.com.br · www.brasilparalelo.com.br · oantagonista.com.br · +1 more
- [● 8 SOURCES] The shared post featured photography by Rafael Pavarotti. www.gp1.com.br · srzd.com · 99fm.dol.com.br · www.brasilparalelo.com.br · oantagonista.com.br · +2 more
- [● 5 SOURCES] The post included the song ‘Aquarela do Brasil’ performed by Gal Costa. www.gp1.com.br · srzd.com · 99fm.dol.com.br · gay.blog.br
- [● 5 SOURCES] The Strokes published a montage in support of Lula's reelection featuring the song ‘Oblivius’. 99fm.dol.com.br · brasilemfolhas.com.br · oantagonista.com.br · atarde.com.br · www.osul.com.br
- [● 6 SOURCES] Julian Assange stated that Lula fought for his freedom while out of power. precision.com.do · www.diariodocentrodomundo.com.br · www.em.com.br · www.lantidiplomatico.it · entrelineas.com.mx · +1 more