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Globo's Paraíso Perdido casting controversy deepens

Overview

In mid‑June 2026 Globo repurposed its “Paraíso” franchise on Globoplay, launching a vertical short‑form series starring Bebel and Olavo from the 2007 telenovela Paraíso Tropical and adding classic dramas – the 1982 Paraíso and the 1972 Selva de Pedra – to its catalogue under the Project Resgate initiative. The network also highlighted actress Belize Pombal as a rising talent.

Alanis Guillen was confirmed as the lead, Maria Cecília, in the upcoming original novela *Paraíso Perdido* after Marina Ruy Barbosa withdrew; the cast now includes Eduardo Sterblitch (Peixoto) and Alexandre Nero (Werneck). Former BBB 26 influencer Juliano Floss auditioned in late June and was later cast as Heitor, prompting the Rio de Janeiro Artists and Technicians Union (Sated‑RJ) to protest, arguing the choice favours digital influencers over unemployed actors and calling for greater inclusion of gay, trans, peripheral and marginalised performers.

Actress Luiza Rosa publicly condemned the casting as “revolting,” urging more opportunities for trained professionals. Sterblitch debuted in the stage production “O Beijo no Asfalto” and reaffirmed his TV role, while Nero said he will assess Floss after working together. Globo continues to blend classic‑drama restoration with new‑generation talent while navigating industry‑wide disputes over opportunity and representation.

Entities

Juliano Floss · Globo · Nelson Rodrigues · Alexandre Nero · Paraíso Perdido

Timeline

  1. 10 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Alexandre Nero on Globo's 'Paraíso Perdido' and Juliano Floss casting

    Alexandre Nero joins Globo’s new novela “Paraíso Perdido” for its fresh role and Nelson Rodrigues inspiration, cites money as a factor, and comments on casting ex‑BBB Juliano Floss as his on‑screen son.

  2. 27 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Actor Eduardo Sterblitch debuts in theater and joins Globo's new series

    Eduardo Sterblitch debuts in the play “O Beijo no Asfalto” and is cast in Globo’s new novela “Paraíso Perdido”, noting the difficulty of making people laugh.

  3. 27 days ago

    [CULTURE] 7 sources
    Luiza Rosa condemns casting of ex‑BBB Juliano Floss in Globoplay’s ‘Paraíso Perdido’

    Actress Luiza Rosa decries the casting of ex‑BBB star Juliano Floss in Globoplay’s “Paraíso Perdido”, saying it exposes unfair opportunities for professional actors in Brazil.

  4. 29 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Julian Floss cast in Globo novela 'Paraíso Perdido' draws union protest

    Juliano Floss stars in Globo's new novela 'Paraíso Perdido', prompting union leader Hugo Gross to protest the hiring of digital influencers over unemployed actors.

  5. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Juliano Floss tests for Globoplay's 'Paraíso Perdido' novela

    Ex‑BBB star Juliano Floss auditioned for a role in Globoplay’s upcoming Nelson Rodrigues‑inspired novela “Paraíso Perdido”.

  6. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Brazil's classic telenovela 'Selva de Pedra' added to Globoplay

    The 1972 Janete Clair telenovela 'Selva de Pedra', featuring Francisco Cuoco and debuting Glória Pires, is now streaming on Globoplay in a 76‑chapter version, the platform's oldest Brazilian drama.

  7. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Alanis Guillen Cast as Lead in Globoplay’s New Telenovela “Paraíso Perdido”

    Alanis Guillen replaces Marina Ruy Barbosa as lead in Globoplay’s new telenovela “Paraíso Perdido”, after the latter’s scheduling conflict; the series is a major 2027 drama for the Brazilian streaming platform.

  8. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Globo spotlights actress Belize Pombal and revives classic soap Paraíso

    Globo highlights rising actress Belize Pombal while preparing to stream classic telenovela Paraíso on Globoplay as part of its Project Resgate.

  9. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Bebel and Olavo from 'Paraíso Tropical' launch new vertical short‑form series on Globoplay

    Globo's Globoplay is debuting a vertical short‑form series starring Bebel and Olavo from the 2007 telenovela 'Paraíso Tropical', with episodes up to two minutes, extending its mobile‑first novelinha strategy.

Sources

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