Fernando Fernandes, born on March 20, 1981, in São Paulo, Brazil, is a Brazilian boxer turned model and TV personality.

Best known for his participation in the hit television show, “Big Brother Brasil season 2″, Fernandes has fast become one of Brazil’s freshest new talents.

Athletics proved to be his true passion, and Fernandes excelled in every sport he attempted. Namely, boxing and football. He once played for the Corinthians and Flamengo de Guarulhos, a team the third division of the state.

At the age of 20, Fernandes decided to take a shot at something he had always wanted to pursue: entertainment. He began by modeling and was soon photographed by renowned Brazilian modeling site “Paparazzo”, which eventually opened the door to a career in show-business.

A proud mama’s boy, Fernandes has the words “Gracias, madre” (thanks, Mom, in Spanish)” tattooed on his left arm. He considers himself very religious, relates well with people and charismatic, but admits that sometimes he is very explosive when he’s angry. He claims to have no girlfriend and dreams of buying an apartment for his mother.