Overview
- Chagas publicly confirmed the romance to Portal Leo Dias with the words “Yes, we are dating and very happy,” a statement published on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
- The pairing first drew attention after followers noticed that both Chagas and Barrichello posted photos from the same Italian scenes, which prompted wider reporting on the couple’s private trip.
- Cíntia Chagas is a 44‑year‑old influencer, educator and author known for Portuguese and oratory content across books, TV and YouTube, while Rubens Barrichello is a 54‑year‑old former Formula 1 driver now competing in the Stock Car Pro Series.
- The announcement follows a period of intense public scrutiny of Chagas’s private life, including a brief 2024 marriage to deputy Lucas Bove, a subsequent domestic‑violence complaint and a protective court order.
- Initial public reaction on social media has been largely supportive and the confirmation is likely to draw sustained media attention to both figures and their public schedules.