World Cup Winner Edilson 'Capetinha' Joins BBB 26 to Compete for R$5.44 Million

Overview

• TV Globo confirmed his participation during Monday night's BBB 26 cast reveal.
• The top prize is R$ 5.44 million, double last year’s amount, with the sum kept invested at the Selic rate.
• Edilson said he wants audiences to know the man behind his public persona, describing himself as cheerful and emotional.
• The ex-striker was part of Brazil’s 2002 World Cup–winning squad and won major club titles with Corinthians, Palmeiras and Flamengo.
• He says the nickname “Capetinha” was coined by presenter Roberto Avallone to reflect his on-field provocations rather than his everyday character.