Renato Aragão mansion seized over unpaid property taxes

A court in Rio de Janeiro has ordered the seizure and appraisal of a mansion owned by 91-year-old comedian Renato Aragão. The decision follows a tax execution filed by the Rio de Janeiro City Hall to recover R$ 676,000 in unpaid property taxes (IPTU) spanning the years 2021 to 2023.

The property, located in the Recreio dos Bandeirantes neighborhood, features a helipad, swimming pool, and sports courts. While the estate has been listed for sale at R$ 18 million, industry professionals estimate its value could reach up to R$ 20 million.

A judge from the 12th Treasury Court of the Capital signed the order after the comedian was cited but failed to settle the debt. A court official will visit the property to formalize the seizure and conduct an appraisal. Aragão’s representatives have stated that the debt will be paid in full. The comedian has 30 days to contest the collection through legal means to prevent a potential judicial auction.