Quick Info
| Profession | Reality TV actor |
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| Nationality | Brazilian |
| Date of Birth | 20/04/1982 |
| Age | 44 years |
| Birthplace | Elói Mendes, Minas Gerais, Brazil |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Latest News about Edilberto Simões
A severe storm destroyed the family’s circus tent in Minas Gerais, causing major damage to Circo Onix Espetacular. Edilberto later spoke publicly about rebuilding after the loss, which affected the circus business he runs with his wife and family.
Edilberto and his daughter Raissa were eliminated from Big Brother Brazil 25 in the second elimination wall of the season, having received about 50.70% of the public vote. Shortly afterward, they resumed performances with the family-run Circo Onix Espetacular. Edilberto marked the return with a video celebrating being back at the circus.
Edilberto Simões and his daughter Raissa were announced as participants in Big Brother Brazil 25 on January 9, 2025. The pair entered the show together, representing the Pipoca group, and their participation drew attention because both are circus artists from Minas Gerais.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Edilberto Cesar Simões |
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| College/University | Juiz de Fora Federal University, Brazil |
| Nickname | Edy |
| Clown Name | Danoninho |
| Current Residence | Ubá, Minas Gerais, Brazil |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 170 cm |
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| Eye Color | Gray |
| Hair Color | Black |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Spouse | Graziele |
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| Children |
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| Years Married | 20 |
Career
| Overview | Edilberto Simões is a multifaceted individual known for his roles as a circus owner and clown as well as a reality TV star. He has worked as a clown for almost four decades, following a family tradition in circus arts. He initially gained attention in local politics by running for city councillor in Ubá in the 2020 elections. Despite a poor showing, receiving only 52 votes, he made a significant comeback by participating in the reality TV show Big Brother Brazil 25 along with his daughter Raissa in January 2025. The pair were eliminated in the second elimination wall of the season with about 50.70% of the public vote. |
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| Occupations | Circus owner, clown, reality TV actor |
| Business | Co-founded Circo Onix Espetacular in 2016 with his wife Graziele, a touring tent circus that brings humor, fun and entertainment to cities in the interior of Minas Gerais |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Edilberto and his wife founded Circo Onix Espetacular in Ubá, Brazil. | |
| 2. He was involved in a notable electoral controversy during his 2020 city councillor campaign but successfully cleared his name. | |
| 3. As of January 2025, he has gained prominence through his participation in Big Brother Brazil 25. | |
| 4. He comes from a family with a long tradition in circus arts. | |
| 5. His oldest daughter Raissa, age 19, accompanied him on Big Brother Brazil 25. | |
| 6. He performs in the circus as the clown Danoninho. | |
| 7. After leaving the show, he and Raissa launched a online fundraising campaign to rebuild the circus after a storm destroyed its tent. |
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