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Virginia and Zé Felipe Celebrate Son's Second Birthday Following Separation

2 sources · Brazil

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  • G1 Brazil · Centre-left · Grupo Globo (Marinho family)
  • CNN Brasil Brazil · Centre · Rubens Menin (MRV)

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Influencer Virginia and singer Zé Felipe celebrated the second birthday of their son, José Leonardo, this past Monday. The event was held at Casa FV in Goiânia and featured a Spider-Man theme representing New York City, including a giant cake shaped like the Empire State Building. The party was organized by decorator Tana Lobo and included performances by Galinha Pintadinha, Murilo Huff, and Zé Felipe himself. The couple announced the end of their marriage on May 27, 2025, stating they would remain friends to raise their three children.

Several moments from the celebration went viral on social media. During his performance, Zé Felipe sang a song with former girlfriend Ana Castela while Virginia watched from the audience. Another widely shared clip showed their daughter, Maria Flor, attempting to bring her parents together during the show. Additionally, Virginia's aunt, Nelsia Fonseca, gained attention for a video in which she praised Zé Felipe and stated that he will never stop being part of the family.

Reports of the event varied in focus. Center leaning coverage emphasized the social media reactions to the former couple's interactions and the specific details of the party's decor. Meanwhile, center left coverage focused more on the family's supportive dynamics, highlighting the positive comments from Virginia's aunt and the presence of extended family members.

How each side framed it

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Highlighted the familial support and the inclusive atmosphere surrounding the former spouse.
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Focused on the viral nature of the ex-couple's interactions and the specific aesthetic details of the party.

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