Revista Sexy Brazil - June 2013 -anamara- ((top))
The editorial was shot in the historic coastal town of , Rio de Janeiro, specifically at a beachfront property in the Costa Verde region.
The magazine argues that her current real-life relationship fits squarely into Archetype #6. “Anamara is no longer interested in the drama of love,” writes Lucia Mendes. “She is interested in the prose of it. Her relationship with Martinho is deliberately anti-climactic, and that is precisely why it is revolutionary.”
Revista Sexy Brazil’s June 2013 issue featuring Anamara (Anamara Barreira) exemplifies a particular moment in Brazilian popular culture where reality-TV fame, modeling, and personal branding converged. This essay examines the feature’s cultural context, Anamara’s public persona, the photographic and editorial style typical of Sexy Brazil, and the broader implications of such magazine profiles for media, gender, and celebrity in Brazil.
Anamara Cristiane de Brito Barreira is a former military police officer from Bahia who first won the public’s heart on Big Brother Brasil 10 (2010) and later returned for the show’s 13th edition [16†L3-L4][8†L9-L10][11†L5-L6][9†L5-L6][7†L8-L10][8†L5-L6][18†L11-L12]. By 2013 she had become one of the country’s most recognisable “ex‑BBB” personalities, a role that had already brought her an earlier nude shoot for Playboy [17†L5-L7][19†L11-L13]. The Sexy assignment was her second nude magazine appearance, and she approached it with far more confidence than the first time: “No meu primeiro ensaio eu tinha acabado de sair da policia, não tinha intimidade com as câmeras. Agora é diferente. Depois de tantos trabalhos com fotos, me sinto com mais intimidade com as lentes, estou mais madura, segura e feliz com meu corpo e mente” [14†L7-L11][20†L10-L17]. Revista Sexy Brazil - June 2013 -Anamara-
As one of the few contestants to appear on two separate editions of Big Brother Brasil (2010 and 2013), her popularity was immense.
Revista Sexy Issue No. 402, published in late May and heavily promoted throughout June 2013, highlighted Anamara’s natural Brazilian curves and bold persona. The photoshoot moved away from standard studio backdrops, opting instead for a concept that blended high-end sensuality with Anamara’s authentic, uninhibited charm. The visual highlights of the issue included:
Sebo do Messias Revista - Sexy - 2013 - N°.402 - Sem Pôster The editorial was shot in the historic coastal
Anamara famously stated during the launch that she did not find herself traditionally "interesting," yet she embraced the shoot fully. Her body-confident presentation offered an alternative to the ultra-thin aesthetic dominant in fashion at the time.
It was her explosive return in BBB 13 that set the stage for her collaboration with Revista Sexy . Following her elimination from the house, media demand for Anamara reached an all-time high, making her the perfect choice for the cover of the magazine's highly coveted June issue. Inside the June 2013 Issue (No. 402)
Buoyed by the success and the viral spread of Anamara's images, international media took notice. Anamara became a reference point for a certain kind of exotic beauty, celebrated for her unique biotype and the artistic quality of the photography. According to her, the coverage was not just about sensationalism but about genuine aesthetic appreciation. she proudly reflected, clearly pleased that the shoot had been interpreted as a form of art rather than mere titillation. “She is interested in the prose of it
In the world of men's magazines, Revista Sexy Brazil stands out for its commitment to quality and its celebration of Brazilian beauty. The June 2013 issue, featuring Anamara, is a prime example of what makes this publication so special—a blend of stunning photography, engaging content, and a deep appreciation for the beauty and culture of Brazil.
Revista Sexy Brazil has become an integral part of Brazilian popular culture, with a wide readership across the country. The magazine's success can be attributed to its ability to balance lighthearted, entertaining content with more substantial features and interviews.