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Overview
- The Nov. 7 ceremony at the ABL’s Petit Trianon confirmed her to chair 33, succeeding linguist Evanildo Bechara.
- Lilia Schwarcz received her, Ana Maria Machado presented the colar, and Gilberto Gil delivered the diploma.
- She wore a ceremonial fardão produced by Portela artisans, the first time a samba school crafted the robe for an ABL member.
- In her speech, she asked “Why only now?” and credited the 2018 candidacy of Conceição Evaristo for prompting a debate on inclusion.
- At 54, she is the youngest current member and the 13th woman ever elected, with a dinner for 300 guests featuring an African-inspired menu closing the event.