Cariúcha’s lawyer states client faced intimidation and misogyny in alleged aggression case

Brazilian presenter Cariúcha, 42, released an official statement on Sunday, February 4, 2025, addressing the highly publicized allegations of aggression involving her affair, Dr. Danilo Bravo, in Balneário Camboriú, Santa Catarina. The legal note, signed by attorney Diego Figueiredo, firmly asserts that Cariúcha was the victim in the incident and has been unfairly targeted by public scrutiny.

The statement criticizes the attempt to reverse the narrative, portraying the presenter as an aggressor rather than a survivor. It underscores a concerning trend where women who speak out against disrespect are often discredited, with their reactions dismissed as emotional imbalance, a tactic frequently used to undermine their credibility.

This legal response directly challenges the public discourse surrounding the events, seeking to re-establish the presenter’s position as someone who experienced distress and mistreatment. The defense aims to highlight the systemic issues of victim-blaming prevalent in such cases.

“Victim status inverted,” lawyer affirms

It is unacceptable, the statement begins, that in the 21st century, a woman faces public attacks online and sees her victim status deliberately inverted, being treated as the perpetrator. This case exemplifies an attempt to discredit a woman who refused to tolerate disrespect, resorting to old stigmas that label female reactions as emotional instability and irrationality. The legal team argues that this reinterpretation of events undermines the presenter’s experience and autonomy.

Restricted access and public humiliation

The official document details that Cariúcha was subjected to a situation where her access to personal belongings and documents was restricted. She was effectively prevented from entering her accommodation, leaving her stranded on the street for a period. This scenario, according to the note, created a context of severe embarrassment and abandonment for the presenter.

The entire ordeal originated from a disagreement at a nightclub, which escalated due to subsequent actions described as disproportionate. These actions included violent physical contact, where the presenter was aggressively restrained. Despite these documented facts, attempts have been made to minimize the gravity of the situation and construct a narrative that ignores the real context of constraint, abandonment, and intimidation experienced by the victim, the statement highlights.

Video evidence contradicts accusations

According to the legal text, certain videos that circulated widely in the media contributed to the distortion of facts by Danilo Bravo. The note specifically references a video, recorded on the same day as the incidents, which clearly shows a relationship of affection, closeness, and an exchange of kisses between the two individuals. This footage, the lawyer argues, is typical of two people enjoying a moment together in an atmosphere of affection and relaxation.

Such public recording directly contradicts any claims of threat, aggression, or hostile behavior on the presenter’s part, demonstrating that the version later disseminated by others does not hold up, even when confronted with publicly available images. The defense contends that these visual records serve as crucial evidence, disproving the subsequent allegations made against Cariúcha.

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Public plea for help, not hostility

The lawyer further clarifies that the content published by Cariúcha — and subsequently deleted — was an urgent plea for help. This video was recorded precisely when she was prevented from accessing her lodging and, consequently, her personal belongings. The context indicates a desperate situation rather than a manifestation of aggression.

Remarkably, the statement notes that shortly after these videos were released, the presenter’s luggage was promptly delivered. This swift delivery, the legal team asserts, strongly suggests that the recordings successfully served their intended purpose of mobilizing assistance and resolving the immediate crisis. This connection highlights the critical role the videos played in her ability to regain her belongings.

Misogynistic attacks detailed

The note explicitly addresses the nature of the attacks directed at Cariúcha by Bravo, characterizing them as misogynistic. It points out the use of derogatory terms such as “unbalanced,” “altered,” and “crazy” to discredit her. These labels are commonly employed to undermine women’s credibility and dismiss their experiences, particularly in contexts of alleged abuse or conflict.

Such language, the statement argues, reinforces harmful stereotypes and detracts from the serious nature of the situation she faced. The legal team emphasizes that these terms are designed to invalidate her emotional and physical reactions, framing them as irrational rather than legitimate responses to aggression.

Demanding respect amidst discredit

A woman cannot and should not close her eyes to this type of aggression, the text passionately concludes. Silence has never offered protection. If demanding dignity, refusing to accept disrespect, and not submitting to humiliation makes a woman “crazy,” then it should be stated clearly: the presenter is “hated” for demanding respect, for not normalizing violence, and for transforming silence into a voice.

Following the formal statement, Cariúcha’s social media profile also shared a video clip depicting the former couple kissing and humorously “testing” her lip filler. This post served as an additional, albeit informal, counter-narrative to the accusations, further highlighting the complexities of the relationship dynamics.

Incident background

The incident unfolded on Sunday, February 4, 2025, when Cariúcha, 42, reported an alleged aggression by her affair at a show house in Balneário Camboriú, Santa Catarina. The influencer had arrived in the city a couple of days prior, after the new year festivities. According to her account, Bravo allegedly assaulted her at the venue, prompting her to react defensively, resulting in scratches.

She initially appeared on Instagram in distress, detailing the situation in a now-deleted video. “I’m on the street… The guy I’m seeing, Dr. Danilo Bravo, threw me out of the house. And I went after him; we were at a pagode, but I was defending myself,” she explained in the recording, revealing the immediate aftermath of the alleged altercation.