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Fran Almeida enters ‘A Fazenda 18’ after history of expulsions

The former BBB and Power Couple participant arrives at Record's rural reality show with 22 contestants and four visitors

Daniele Morais
September 17, 2026 · 2 min read
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Fran Almeida, artistic name of Franciele Grossi, was announced as a participant in “A Fazenda 18,” which premiered on September 14. This generated significant buzz in searches because the influencer has a history of participating in other confinement shows, including expulsions, sparking curiosity about her performance in the new edition.

Previous Participations in Reality Shows

Before entering the farm, Fran was part of BBB 14, where she became known after being eliminated on March 4, 2014, with 66% of the public's preference. In 2018, she and her then-husband Diego Grossi competed in “Power Couple Brasil 3.” The production removed the duo after Diego threatened to assault another participant, which resulted in their expulsion from the program. In the same year, Fran participated in “Dancing Brasil,” being the second eliminated with 29.71% of the votes. In 2023, she opened the season of “Wife Swap,” exchanging routines and residences with another participant.

Personal and Family History

Fran and Diego Grossi began their relationship during BBB 14 and formalized their marriage in 2015. The couple has a son, Enrico, born on September 18, 2020, who turned six while his mother is confined to the reality show. The relationship ended in 2022, after almost nine years together, and her ex-husband had previously participated in “A Fazenda 11,” finishing in third place.

New Edition Format

“A Fazenda 18” brings together 22 contestants and four visitors, who may be incorporated into the cast based on public decision. The winner will receive R$ 2 million, and an additional R$ 500,000 will be distributed throughout the season. The dynamics include challenges and votes that determine eliminations and potential incorporations of visitors.

Social Media Presence and Public Image

Fran maintains over 800,000 followers on Instagram, where she shares her fitness routine, events, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of her life as a mother. Her visibility on social media reinforces public interest in following her performance on the farm, especially after episodes of expulsion from other shows.

Expectations for the Reality Show

With a history of confrontations and expulsions, Fran Almeida's presence in “A Fazenda 18” sparks speculation about her strategy inside the house. The public closely follows her behavior, while the production tests the influencer's adaptability to the rural environment and the dynamics of coexistence with other participants.

With information from CNN Brasil, Terra.

Source: CNN Brasil, Terra

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