Made in Brazil

A Semana: Fernanda Tavares, New J. Lo, 20 Sexy Brazilians, And Alexandre Pato

Model Fernanda Tavares married hunky actor Murilo Rosa over the weekend in Goiás. FYI, Fernanda is 5 months pregnant with their child.

Matthew McConaughey's Brazilian model girlfriend Camila Alves is milking as much press as possible in the country.

J. Lo is looking sizzling hot on the cover of Vogue's Fashion Rocks supplement. Her new English single Hold It Don't Drop It already hit the web.

The cold in São Paulo did not stop the boys from taking their shirts off and partying at new club Flexx.

Ultra Naté is booked to perform at The Week Rio on the first of September.

I stopped by Hiro in New York yesterday, where I came across Mr. Lance Bass and a gay entourage surrounding him (his Brazilian beau was working the upstairs bar).

In a year of endless online polls, G Online reveals the 20 Sexiest Men in Brazil. The list includes usual suspects Reynaldo Gianecchini, Cauã Reymond, and Rodrigo Santoro.

Milan is apparently rushing to sign soccer sensation Alexandre Pato. If I were any of the executives at Armani, I would draft a contract now: give the kid a stylist and a year or two, and he is going to be perfect ad campaign material.

The Brazilian volleyball team beat the United States at the Pan-American finals on Saturday, winning the country's first gold medal in men's volleyball in the past 24 years.

Due to the rain and the cold weather in Rio yesterday, only 50% of the seats at Maracanã stadium were occupied for the closing ceremony of the 2007 Pan-American Games. Will Rio finally get to host the Olympics in 2016?

Too Sexy For Monday: Flávio Saretta

The Brazilian tennis player beat Adrián Garcia from Chile yesterday, taking home the last gold medal for the country at the games.

Speedo Sundays At The Pan-American Games

There was no podium for the Brazilian divers at the 10m trampoline yesterday in Rio: Cassius Duran finished in 7th place, and his teammate Hugo Parisi ranked in 5th.

More About The Pan-American Games

Brazilian Cassius Duran had problems on his first dive yesterday, and finished last amongst the 12 finalists. His teammate César Castro took home the silver medal on the 3m trampoline (a.k.a. springboard).

The country's golden swimmer Thiago Pereira talks to Globo about his record-breaking number of medals.

Mix Brasil readers elect the 10 hottest gymnasts of the games in Rio.

The boys from the national water polo team were defeated by the United States yesterday at the finals. The victory gave the United States its fourth Pan-American Championship in men’s water polo.

The Brazilian girls gave the Americans a run for their money in the women's soccer finals yesterday, scoring 5 goals to none and their second gold medal at the Pan-American games. Marta, currently the world's best soccer player, left her foot prints at Maracanã's walk of fame.

Take a look at how athletes celebrated their victories at the games.

The closing ceremony for the 2007 games will take place this Sunday at Maracanã. DJ Marlboro and singer Fernanda Abreu are expected to bring in some funk to the event. A tribute to the victims of TAM's Flight 3054 is scheduled as part of the ceremony.

Pan-American Hotness

Over a month ago I posted about Nova magazine's sexy b&w spread with a selection of the hottest Brazilian athletes competing in Rio. The entire photo session is now online, and loaded with extra pictures and making of videos.

More Gatos do Pan at Cisoto.

A Semana: Water Polo, Cancelled Flights And Delays, Hot Model Bodies, And Mr. Gay Brazil

The Brazilian water polo team beat Canada yesterday, and will face the United States in the finals today.

The National Civil Aviation Agency has forbidden the sale of plane tickets leaving from Congonhas airport in São Paulo. Gol Airlines has requested that its customers avoid flying this month, and TAM Airlines cancelled sales of tickets departing or landing in either Congonhas or Guarulhos. Government agents will be doing random check ups today and tomorrow at airports throughout the country to make sure rights of passengers are being protected.

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva replaced Brazil's defense minister, whose duties include oversight of civil aviation, with former Supreme Court president Nelson Jobim. Rumor has it that Infraero's chief José Carlos Pereira is next in line to be replaced.

The Washington Post takes on TAM Airlines and the air crisis in the country.

Rio de Janeiro's governor Sérgio Cabral proposed that the government invest in the construction of a high-speed train between Rio and São Paulo as opposed to building a new airport in São Paulo. The train would act as a shuttle between the two cities, and the trip would take only 90 minutes.

Rihanna's Umbrella may no longer be on the top spot at the Billboard charts, but it is holding on to the number one spot in the UK for the past ten weeks, becoming the longest-running number one single in the country since 1994.

Beyoncé missed a couple of steps and fell onstage during a performance in Orlando.

Matthew McConaughey's girlfriend Camila Alves rises to Brazilian fame, booking a fashion show and the new Melissa ad campaign.

Models.com selected the top 5 hottest bodies seen at the spring 2008 men's runways. Guess which Brazilian made the cut? Pix Magazine followed the trend, and picked the 5 hottest Brazilian bods of the season.

Nothing beats a sexy hunky porn star in designer clothes: Bernhard Willhelm books Francois Sagat for his fall 2007 lookbook (warning: NSFW).

It looks like the Mr. Gay Competition will have a Brazilian contestant this year. The international pageant teamed up with Mix Brasil to elect a national winner in São Paulo on October 20. Applicants must be over 18 and gay. Now how do I get to be one of the judges?

Gymnastics On Air

Talk about strength and precision: Brazilian divers César Castro and Cassius Duran in action today in Rio. More pictures at UOL.

Speedo Break At The Pan-American Games

The Brazilian water polo team beat Mexico yesterday and qualified for the semifinals. The boys will be playing against Canada tomorrow.

Workin' It At The Pan-American Games

With a sequined Brazilian flag embroidered on his back and Brazilian rhythms on the soundtrack, Marcel Sturmer took home the gold medal in skating yesterday.

As it turns out, Marcel is actually quite a hottie sans skating sequined outfit, and as a good Brazilian, also keeps a fotolog.

Stalking The Gymnasts On Speedo Sundays

The Brazilian gymnasts go for a swim in the pool at the villa built for the Pan-American games in Rio.

Brazil's Golden Boy

Swimmer Thiago Pereira has risen as the country's most notorious swimmer AND athlete at the Pan-American Games in Rio this week. He scored his 4th gold medal this morning at the 200 medley, and then a 5th one at the 4 x 100 freestyle without even competing today (he had competed in the semifinals, securing his spot on the podium).

With 5 gold medals under his belt, Thiago is the Brazilian swimmer with the most gold medals ever at the Pan-American Games. Now if only he would wear a speedo.

Pan-American Judo Love

22-year-old Brazilian João Gabriel Schlittler held tight but lost the gold medal to Cuban Oscar Brayson in the heavyweight judo category yesterday.

A Semana: Flight 3054, New J.Lo, Backstage Boys, And The Richest Supermodels

Folha Online reports that officials involved in the crash inquiry detected strong smoke coming out of the left engine of TAM's Airbus A320 while trying to land in Congonhas. Mechanical failure could have caused the acceleration of the airliner upon touching ground.

Renovations of the runway at São Paulo's International Airport in Guarulhos have been pushed back to March of 2008 due to possible restrictions with the number of flights landing in Congonhas for the next few months.

Athletes at the 2007 Pan-American Games payed tribute to the victims of the plane crash with a minute of silence yesterday.

A steam pipe explosion in midtown scares New York City.

A clip from J. Lo's new English single Hold It, Push It leaked on the internet. Her new Spanish video for Me Haces Falta is already online.

The Gay Pride Association of Goiás is investigating whether or not gold gymnast Diego Hypólito is gay. Regardless of the answer, the association is planning a tribute to the athlete on September 9 at Goiânia's Pride parade.

Lance Bass' beau Pedro Andrade is giving Brazilians a bad tipper rep.

Models.com takes you backstage at the men's spring 2008 collections.

Gisele tops the list of the world's richest models, earning $33 million in the last 12 months. British Kate Moss ranked in second with $9 million, followed by Project Runway's Heidi Klum with $8 million. Brazilian Victoria's Secret Angels Adriana Lima and Alessandra Ambrosio rounded out the top five with $6 million each.

Pan-American Hockey Love

Brazilian hockey players celebrate their only goal against Trinidad & Tobago yesterday.

More pictures of the hockey match at UOL. I also recommend checking out the hot Brazilian handball team, which beat Cuba yesterday and will advance to the semifinals.

Stalking The Brazilian Gymnasts

It is hard to forget the tragic plane accident which has taken over every news vehicle in the country, but I thought I would try to steer away from it a little, and bring people some fun today. Earlier this week a reader sent me links to the orkut profiles of several member of the Brazilian men's gymnastics team, and I obviously had to take a look. The victims here are Vitor Camargo, Luiz Augusto, Victor Rosa, and Gabriel Biel.

The stalking continues after the jump. Now who has links to profiles of all the swimmers?

Cutest Athlete Of The Day

Rafael Andrade ranked in 7th place on weightlifting. The 19-year-old was the youngest in his category. More pictures at Terra.

Owning The Floor

Diego Hypólito won today the first gold medal ever by the country at any men's gymnastics event at the Pan-American games. Being a floor specialist, he did not even have to resort to his more complicated routine to win.

A Semana: Gisele For U2, Flex In São Paulo, Pride In Rio, And Sexy Athletes

La Bündchen was in New York yesterday to promote Dolce & Gabbana's fragrance The One at Sak's. Rumor has it that she will partner with U2 on their new video.

Raquel Zimmermann looks incredibly chic on the cover of V 48, photographed by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin.

Djimon Hounsou is the new Calvin Klein underwear model.

Nelly Furtado is releasing yet another single from her factory of hits Loose. Check out the video for Do It.

Promoter Rodrigo Zanardi announced that the opening of his new club is scheduled for this Saturday. Flex will be located at Barra Funda in São Paulo, close to where mega club Level once used to stand. Will it pose a threat to The Week's reigning Saturday nights? According to Zanardi, Flex will offer a different approach to nightlife, and parties will vary in size and focus throughout the month.

Gay Pride in Rio has been re-scheduled again: the parade was supposed to take place on September 2, but was moved to October 14.

Mix Brasil is asking you to elect the sexiest Brazilian athlete at the 2007 Pan-American Games. Make sure to take a look at their selection of boys, and cast your vote.

At the 400 medley, swimmer Thiago Pereira conquered Brazil's first gold medal in the pool today in Rio, and also broke the Pan-American record. His second gold medal of the day came shortly after, at the 4x200.

Men's Gymnastics At The Pan-American Games

Headed by Diego Hypólito, the Brazilian men's gymnastics team scored the silver medal for the second time in a row at the Pan-American Games this past Saturday. The boys from Puerto Rico took the first place with 0.3 points over Brazil, and the American boys ranked in third.

On Sunday at the individual competition, Brazilians Mosiah Rodrigues and Luiz Augusto dos Anjos were not at their best, and ended up in ninth and eight place respectively. The gold medal went to José Luís Fuentes, from Venezuela.

The podium was dominated by American girls at the women's individual competition yesterday.

Speedo Break At The Pan-American Games

The Brazilian swimmers competing for 4x100: Cielo, Nilo, Deboni, and Silva.

The 2007 Pan-American Games Have Begun

The Pan-American Games in Rio kicked off this past Friday with a huge opening ceremony at Maracanã stadium. Brazil’s president, Lula da Silva, was booed every time his name was mentioned, and did not give the scheduled speech to officially open the games.

Athletes from 42 countries are competing this year. Expect coverage of the event throughout the week.

Diving On Speedo Sundays

Brazilian Hugo Parisi will take over the pool on July 24 at the Pan-American Games in Rio. Made In Brazil wishes him the best of luck.

More pictures of Hugo Parisi after the jump.

Who Knew The Games Could Be This Hot?

Although little is published about it on American media, the 2007 Pan-American Games in Rio start today. Here is my way to get you interested in the event.

Who knew Brazil had a hockey team? And that they practiced shirtless?

Who knew judo fighter Flavio Canto would become a sex symbol aside from already being one of the country's most successful athletes?

Who knew there was a poll to elect the male muse of the games in Rio? Flavio Canto was up for it, but the winner was wakeboarder Marcelo Giardi.

Now here is one thing I already knew: that the gymnasts will provide some of the best content come next week.

And on the topic of gymnastics, who knew Brazilian gymnast Vitor Rosa would become my new obsession? Can someone please make sure all of his appearances are uploaded onto YouTube?

Just because there is a new hot gymnast in my heart, that doesn't mean I have forgotten about Diego Hypolito. I hope he scores a medal on floor.

More on the Pan-American games and the opening ceremony coming on Monday.

Speedo Break At The Pan-American Games

The opening of the not-yet-finished National Aquatic Park this past Sunday was celebrated with a great show in Rio. I was not there to cover it, but my friend Sergio Mattos sent me pictures of all the action.

The kids above are Cassius Duran and Hugo Parisi. There are more pictures after the jump.

Beauty And Power At The Pan-American Games

As most of you probably know, the 2007 Pan-American Games in Rio kick off this Friday. To commemorate the event, photographers Guilherme Cunha, Rodrigo Mendes, and Daniel Moreira registered a series of Brazilian athletes in black and white for the Beleza E Poder exhibit.

Beleza E Poder features 40 images, and opened yesterday at Gávea. It runs until September 20.

Gearing Up For The Pan American Games

Unfortunately I will not be able to cover the 2007 Pan American Games live from Rio this month, but I will do my best to keep you updated with what is going on at the event which starts on July 13.

The stage for the big opening cerimony is being assembled at Maracana, and apparently a big snake is also part of the celebration.

Where else in the world does the torch for the games ride on a jetski?

I have developed a certain obsession with gymnast Diego Hypolito and Lucas Vita from the national waterpolo team.

Check out pictures gymnastics training session, the one event I would love to be able to attend.

Click here to listen to the official song of the event, performed by Arnaldo Antunes and Ana Costa.

The mascot is a silly little sun called Cauê. Couldn't someone have come up with something better?

Raising The Temperature For The Pan-American Games

In preparation for the 2007 Pan-American Games in Rio next month, Nova (a.k.a. the Brazilian Cosmo) invited a series of sexy Brazilian athletes to pose for the magazine.

I may have to attend the event after all. Check out Nova for videos.