Celebrities at Carnival: photos of stars celebrating in Brazil and beyond before Easter
Protagonists of the Carnival: Rihanna and more
The annual Brazilian Carnival festivities kicked off on Friday February 17, drawing crowds to the streets to celebrate. The Brazilian government has said that more than 46 million people will participate this year. The celebration, which lasts until Feb. 22, marks the days of excess before Lent, a time when Catholics fast and reflect.
Carnival is a big deal for Brazil. Rio’s tourism agency has estimated that the festival will generate $1 billion in revenue, mostly for businesses such as bars and hotels.
While the tradition started in Brazil, countries around the world are now celebrating. Rihanna she put on a very sexy show during the 2015 Barbados celebrations. She paired with a glittery bikini with feathered wings for a truly angelic look.
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Gisele Bundchen

Gisele Bündchen looked like a dream during Carnival in Rio de Janeiro on Feb. 19, 2023. Wearing a crop top and white jeans, she looked like she loved the single life.
Alessandra Ambrosio

Brazilian supermodel Alessandra Ambrosio appeared to be having fun with her friends at a Major Lazer concert in Salvador, Brazil on Feb. 18, 2023. She was ready to party in a Dolce & Gabbana bodysuit and matching tights.
Nicki Minaj

Nicki Minaj celebrated Mardi Gras in Trinidad in this photo. She greeted fans while atop a music truck at the Socadrome, Jean Pierre Complex in Port of Spain. Both Mardi Gras and Carnival mark a time to relax before Lent.
Rihanna

Rihanna looked so chic in pink at the Barbados Crop Over Festival during Carnival 2019. Her feather ensemble got her done. she looks like a trendy flamingo.
Adriana Lima

Adriana Lima stirred things up at the carnival in Rio de Janeiro. She danced in a graphic suit during a visit to the Sambadrome.
Rihanna

Rihanna looked angelic during the Kadooment Day Parade in her native Barbados in 2013. Her white bejeweled bikini only covered the bare essentials, but she looked divine.
Gisele Bundchen

Gisele Bündchen stole the show at the Rio de Janeiro Carnival parade in 2011. She shone as she rode into one of the giant floats dressed as Venus, the goddess of love and beauty. Then-husband Tom Brady watched from the audience.
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