Born on March 20, 1981, in São Paulo. He is a Brazilian boxer turned model and TV personality. Best known for his participation in the hit television show, “Big Brother Brasil season 2”, Fernandes has fast become one of Brazil’s freshest new talents. Athletics proved to be his true passion, and Fernandes excelled in every sport he attempted. Namely, boxing and football. He once played for the Corinthians and Flamengo de Guarulhos, a team the third division of the state. At the age of 20, Fernandes decided to take a shot at something he had always wanted to pursue: entertainment. He began by modeling and was soon photographed by renowned Brazilian modeling site “Paparazzo”, which eventually opened the door to a career in show-business. A proud mama’s boy, Fernandes has the words “Gracias, madre” (thanks, Mom, in Spanish)” tattooed on his left arm. He considers himself very religious, relates well with people and charismatic, but admits that sometimes he is very explosive when he’s angry. He claims to have no girlfriend and dreams of buying an apartment for his mother. Well, like almost everybody knows, the Brazilian Model Fernando Fernandes, that was making a big success in some international campaigns suffered a car accident in 2009 (4th of July), and is now living in a wheelchair. Everybody was very sad about it, and in that time, he made the comercial of Dolce & Gabanna fragance “La rue de la fortune” with Eva Herzigova and another models. Fernando is still under treatment for recover his legs moves. The doctors say that it’s possible! We really appreciate his way to beat this situation and his new approach with the life. So, good lucky for him! We need to reflect all on this life experience and understand that our life too, can change in few seconds. We must be prepared to any situation and find the energy to begin all again. Handicapped people due their experiences are really strong, and we can learn a lot from them. So we invite you all to try the experience to have a handicapped friend.
