Away from the spotlight that marked her life for two decades, Suzane Louise Magnani Muniz, formerly known as Suzane von Richthofen, established a new routine within São Paulo. Alongside her husband, doctor Felipe Zecchini Muniz, 42 years old, she lives in the quiet hydromineral resort of
The new family structure is made up of the couple’s son, Felipe Júnior, born in early 2024, and Muniz’s three daughters, from a previous relationship, with ages ranging between 8 and 13 years old. The day-to-day dynamics are organized around the children’s school activities and Felipe’s career in the local public health system, a fundamental pillar for the stability of the family nucleus.
The move to the city of approximately 20 thousand inhabitants, located 150 kilometers from the capital of São Paulo, represented a strategic move to move away from intense media exposure. The couple opted for a modest residence in the central area, allowing a gradual and controlled integration into the local community, where they try to maintain a reserved profile.
The career of doctor Felipe Muniz
Felipe Zecchini Muniz’s professional trajectory is marked by dedication to medicine and a significant change after the beginning of their relationship. Formado by Universidade of Estado of his removal from office. Buscando a new beginning, Muniz took the exam for Sistema Único of Essa transition not only guaranteed professional stability, but also made it possible for the family to move to a more peaceful environment. Atualmente, he has a weekly shift schedule and is actively involved in community care programs, being described by colleagues as a dedicated professional, especially in caring for patients with chronic illnesses and in emergency situations.
The family routine in lindóia waters
The life of the Muniz family in Águas of Eles live in a house in the city center, which facilitates access to the municipal school attended by the girls and other daily activities.
Felipe plays a central role in organizing family logistics, coordinating school schedules with extracurricular activities, which include swimming lessons and Portuguese tutoring sessions for his eldest daughters, ensuring that their education and development are closely monitored.
Leisure and integration activities are simple and focused on coexistence. The eldest daughters are encouraged to participate in reading projects at the municipal library, while the youngest son, Felipe Júnior, receives regular pediatric care at the same hospital where his father works. Aos weekends, it is common to see the family together on peaceful walks by the municipal lake, one of the city’s postcards.
Family stability was reinforced by a court decision in September 2023, which maintained shared custody of the daughters with Muniz’s ex-partner. The judge responsible for the case denied the request to change custody, arguing that there was no evidence that living with Suzane represented any risk for the girls, consolidating the current family structure.
Legal and family challenges at the beginning of the relationship
The beginning of the relationship between Felipe and Suzane, in 2023, shortly after it progressed to the semi-open regime, was marked by tensions and legal disputes. Muniz’s ex-partner, concerned about the impact of the new stepmother on her daughters’ lives, turned to Justiça to try to modify the custody agreement, alleging potential risks to the children’s integrity.
Throughout the process, Felipe Muniz steadfastly defended her union, presenting arguments at hearings that highlighted her commitment to stability and child well-being. The couple chose to protect themselves from the media during this troubled period and invested in family therapy sessions with private professional support to facilitate the transition and adaptation for everyone involved.
The court ended up rejecting the ex-partner’s request, citing the lack of concrete evidence that would justify a change in custody. Over time, according to reports from close friends, the girls progressively adapted to the new family configuration, integrating themselves positively into the daily routines of the house.
The name change and the search for privacy
One of the most significant decisions made by the couple was changing their name from Suzane. In October 2023, through a civil registry, she officially adopted her husband’s surname, changing her name to Suzane Louise Magnani Muniz. The main motivation behind this change was to protect the newborn child from the stigma associated with the von Richthofen surname. Como result, the boy was registered only as Felipe Muniz Júnior, disconnected from the name that marked one of the most repercussion crimes in the country. Essa measure reflects the couple’s ongoing effort to build an autonomous family identity and preserve the children’s privacy.
This search for a normal life extends to public appearances, which are rare and discreet. The family participates in essential school events, such as end-of-year parties, always in a private manner. In October 2025, for example, Suzane was seen alongside Muniz and her stepdaughters at a celebration at the girls’ school. The birth of the son was also surrounded by special care. The birth took place at Hospital Albert Sabin, on Atibaia, under judicial authorization that allowed a low-profile hospitalization, with the medical team ensuring that the family’s privacy was fully respected throughout the procedure.
Daily life in the interior of São Paulo
Felipe Muniz’s daily routine is a constant exercise in balancing his responsibilities at the hospital and his dedication to his family. Ele starts the day at 6 am to prepare everyone’s breakfast before leaving for work. Seus shifts are organized to allow him to return at night in time to participate in collective dinners, a moment considered important for family unity.
In addition to obligations, the family shares small domestic activities that strengthen their bonds. The residence has a small home garden, whose cultivation is an activity shared with the children under the guidance of their father. The week’s purchases are made in markets from Águas to Lindóia, with preference for products from local farmers, integrating the family into the region’s economy.
Suzane’s complementary activities
While dedicating herself to her domestic routine and motherhood, Suzane also invests in personal and academic projects. Ela develops a line of crafts, producing backpacks and other items that are sold online, generating a source of additional income. Simultaneamente, attends college at Direito at Universidade São Francisco (USF), on the Bragança Paulista campus. Classes take place at night, which allows her to remain at home during the day to take care of her son and participate in her stepdaughters’ routine.
The distancing of brother Andreas von Richthofen
Despite the construction of a new family nucleus, Suzane’s relationship with his past remains complex, especially with regard to his brother, Andreas von Richthofen. Contact between them is practically non-existent. An attempt to approach him made by Suzane in September 2025, when he tried to visit him, resulted in a refusal, showing that there was no progress in a possible reconciliation.
Andreas is responsible for managing the remaining assets of his parents’ inheritance, an asset initially valued at around R$10 million, which was converted into different investments over the years. Felipe Muniz’s family chooses to respect this distance and does not interfere in the relationship between the siblings, maintaining the exclusive focus on their immediate family nucleus and on the educational and development goals for the four children.
