Taís Araújo, one of Brazil’s most beloved actresses, is once again capturing hearts with her moving performance in the 2025 telenovela *Vale Tudo* on TV Globo. Recently, the star became emotional as she bid farewell to her character, Raquel, a role that deeply resonated with her personally and professionally [1][2].
### A Career Built on Pioneering Roles
Taís Araújo, born in Rio de Janeiro, made history as the first Black actress to lead a Brazilian telenovela at just 17, starring in *Xica da Silva* [3]. Over nearly three decades, she has become a symbol of representation, known for empowering portrayals in series like *Mister Brau*, *Cheias de Charme*, and *Geração Brasil* [4][5]. Beyond acting, she’s been an influential voice for diversity and women’s rights, serving as a Defender of Rights for Black Women under UN Women Brazil [4][5].
### Emotional Goodbye to *Vale Tudo*
In a recent video shared on her Instagram, Taís broke down in tears as she reflected on her portrayal of Raquel. “I gave my soul to this character,” she said, describing it as one of the most transformative experiences of her career. She also spoke about exploring deep emotions tied to motherhood and identity through the role [1][2]. The remake of *Vale Tudo*, written by Manuela Dias, reimagined one of Brazil’s most iconic dramas, with Taís’s performance earning critical and public acclaim.
### Style, Activism, and Influence
Known not only for her acting but also her activism and elegance, Taís has graced the cover of *Vogue Brazil* and regularly uses her platform to address social issues such as racial equality and body image [6]. Her openness about self-acceptance and representation continues to inspire fans across generations.
### What’s Next for Taís Araújo
Alongside her husband, actor Lázaro Ramos, Taís remains active in theater and television, with upcoming projects including the series *Reencarne* and the film *Doutor Monstro* in post-production [7]. Her enduring presence in Brazilian entertainment underscores not only her talent but also her powerful legacy as a trailblazer for Black women in Latin American media.
Citations:
[1] Taís Araújo se despede de Vale Tudo e chora ao falar ... https://aloalobahia.com/noticias/2025/10/17/tais-araujo-se-despede-de-vale-tudo-e-chora-ao-falar-de-raquel-dei-minha-alma-por-ela/
[2] Taís Araújo chora ao falar sobre "Vale Tudo" https://www.cnnbrasil.com.br/entretenimento/tais-araujo-chora-ao-falar-sobre-vale-tudo/
[3] Taís Araújo - Abagond https://abagond.wordpress.com/2007/11/21/tais-araujo/
[4] Taís Araújo https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ta%C3%ADs_Ara%C3%BAjo
[5] Taís Araújo https://www.wikiwand.com/en/articles/Ta%C3%ADs_Ara%C3%BAjo
[6] Carioca Actor, Activist Tais Araujo Covers Vogue Brazil ... https://anneofcarversville.com/daily/2022/4/9/tais-araujo-by-mar-vin-vogue-brazil-fbxne
[7] Taís Araújo https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0033312/
[8] 450 Taís Araújo Photos & High Res Pictures https://www.gettyimages.in/photos/ta%C3%ADs-ara%C3%BAjo
[9] Débora Bloch, Taís Araújo, Carolina Dieckmann, and ... https://www.instagram.com/p/DPmZZpsCfeF/
[10] Taís Araújo - Biography https://www.imd
b.com/name/nm0033312/bio/
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