In an unusual love story that captured international attention, a 39-year-old Brazilian woman, Meirivione Rocha Moraes, married a rag doll named Marcelo, which was made by her mother.
This unique relationship has not only drawn headlines but also sparked discussions about the nature of love and companionship.
Meirivione claims she fell in love with Marcelo at first sight, and the two were married in December 2021, in a ceremony attended by over 250 guests, as reported by the Daily Star. Their life together, she insists, is as normal as any other family’s, despite the unconventional nature of her spouse. She even refers to Marcelo as disabled, stating, “Marcelo is disabled, he has no feet, Marcelinho (their son) is a dwarf and the girls are also suspected of dwarfism.”
Interestingly, Meirivione and Marcelo share three “children.” She frequently dresses her rag-doll husband in men’s clothes and takes him on romantic dates and outings. Their life together is well-documented on their Instagram page, where thousands of followers keep up with their daily adventures. In one particularly notable post, she revealed that Marcelo had recently gotten a tattoo of their children’s names.
Their relationship has had its ups and downs, with Meirivione admitting on the show La Vida Sin Filtros that Marcelo had been unfaithful. However, she chose to forgive him due to her deep love for him. “Marcelo could not stop himself from committing infidelity,” she said, but she ultimately forgave him because she loved him so much.
The couple’s family life has also been filled with dramatic incidents. Meirivione mentioned a disturbing plan to kidnap their son Marcelinho, which fortunately failed. She also shared details about the “birth” of their twin daughters, Emilia and Marcela, claiming they were delivered at a clinic.
Despite the unusual circumstances, Meirivione remains committed to her family, traveling with them and keeping them safe in a suitcase. Her story, while controversial, continues to fascinate many, even as some speculate about her mental health. Regardless, Meirivione Rocha Moraes remains steadfast in her love and dedication to Marcelo and their children, living a life that, to her, is perfectly ordinary.