Participants at Rio's Pride parade celebrated the arrest of former President Jair Bolsonaro, known for his homophobic remarks. This event highlights ongoing struggles for LGBTQ+ rights in Brazil.

At Rio de Janeiro's Pride parade on November 23, 2025, thousands of participants celebrated the arrest of former President Jair Bolsonaro, notorious for his homophobic remarks. The event was marked by slogans like 'No amnesty!' referencing a bill aimed at reducing sentences for coup attempts. Bolsonaro, who was sentenced to 27 years in prison for attempting a coup, had been under house arrest until a Supreme Court ruling led to his preemptive jailing. Activists noted that while LGBTQ+ rights have improved since the first Pride march 30 years ago, violence against the community remains a serious issue, with 291 reported violent deaths in 2024. The parade served as a reminder of the ongoing fight for equality and the need for continued activism.