Ticiane Pinheiro and Natasha Dantas pose together during the transition of anchors at Jornal Nacional with family pride
Cesar Tralli was presented as the new anchor of Jornal Nacional on the night of October 31, replacing William Bonner, who led the news program for 29 years alongside Renata Vasconcellos. The event took place at the Globo studios in Rio de Janeiro, with the presence of family members. Ticiane Pinheiro, Tralli’s wife, traveled to honor her husband and recorded the moment alongside Natasha Dantas, Bonner’s wife.
The transition symbolizes a new phase for the broadcaster’s journalism, with Tralli taking over the bench from November 3rd. The journalist said goodbye to Jornal Hoje on the same day. The ceremony lasted about 20 minutes and included applause from the newsroom.
Relatives followed closely, including Tralli’s daughter, Manuella, aged 6, and stepdaughter Rafaella Justus, aged 16. Ticiane highlighted her pride in her husband’s professional advancement, despite the changes in the family routine.
Meeting between families
Ticiane Pinheiro shared an image on social media alongside Natasha Dantas, marking their mutual support during the change of command.
The presenter expressed admiration for Tralli’s achievement, while Dantas supported Bonner’s decision to migrate to Globo Repórter.
Changes in daily routine
Tralli’s family adapts to their new residence in Rio de Janeiro during the week. Ticiane mentioned that her husband will return to São Paulo on the weekends to keep the relationship close.
Rafaella Justus, daughter of Ticiane with Roberto Justus, chose to remainlive in São Paulo for now, prioritizing studies and local ties in the last school year.
Ceremony details
Bonner and Vasconcellos welcomed Tralli to the bench for a symbolic handover of responsibilities. The newsroom stopped to applaud the moment, highlighting their respect for Bonner’s legacy.
Tralli expressed gratitude for the opportunity to join the Jornal Nacional team, one of the main information vehicles in the country.
The broadcast included a summary of Bonner’s career, with an emphasis on historical coverage over the decades.
Vasconcellos remains as co-anchor, ensuring continuity in the presentation of the news program.
Tralli’s professional career
Cesar Tralli began his career at Globo in 1993, reporting in the field and presenting for local newspapers in São Paulo. He commanded SPTV and Jornal Hoje, accumulating experience in national and international coverage, such as elections and sporting events. The journalist is recognized for his precise approaches to public security and economic issues.
Family support in focus
Natasha Dantas, a physiotherapist married to Bonner since 2018, showed support for the transition, sharing behind the scenes of the farewell. Ticiane Pinheiro, a presenter with experience in entertainment programs, balances career and family, encouraging her daughters to value professional achievements. The meeting between the two reinforces bonds of solidarity in mmoments of change at the broadcaster.
Preparation for the new phase
Tralli prepared for the role with internal training at Globo, adapting to the rhythm of Jornal Nacional. The broadcaster plans to maintain a consolidated format, focusing on factual news and impartial analysis. The audience followed the farewell with positive repercussions on the networks, valuing the renewal in television journalism. Bonner, in turn, takes over at Globo Repórter, exploring in-depth investigative reporting.
