Maju Coutinho
Maju Coutinho
Journalist, Anchor, and TV presenter of Fantástico
Globo
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Biography
Known for her trailblazing presence and impactful storytelling, she made history as the first Black woman to anchor Jornal Nacional, Brazil’s most-watched news program, and later became the main anchor of Fantástico, a prestigious Sunday night news magazine on TV Globo.
Renowned for her eloquence, intelligence, and strong editorial voice, Maju has conducted high-profile interviews with global icons such as Viola Davis, Angela Davis, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Francis Kéré, Francia Márquez, Malala Yousafzai, and Magic Johnson—conversations that have resonated deeply with diverse audiences and highlighted issues of race, gender, and social justice.
Beyond the studio, she is a symbol of representation and resilience in Brazilian media, consistently using her platform to amplify underrepresented voices and drive meaningful dialogue.