Brazilian model Jesus Luz was romantically linked to pop star Madonna. According to New York Post's Page Six gossip column, Madonna became "very interested" in Luz when the two met in Rio de Janeiro during a photo shoot for W magazine. Luz reportedly accepted Madonna's invitation to accompany her on her Sticky and Sweet tour to Sao Paulo.New York Post: Madonna in Brazilian Fling (December 20, 2008)
Holly Scoop blogsite reported on March 20, 2009, that Madonna and Luz had split after a photo of Luz "getting cozy" with Brazilian lingerie model Luciana Costa surfaced.HollyScoop: Madonna Dumps Jesus (March 20, 2009) Luz denies that he cheated with with Costa and claims that the two are "just friends".Just Jared: Jesus Luz: I'm No Cheat (March 27, 2009)
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"Everyone knows they are ficando - which is a Portuguese expression that means they are kissing and doing other things but without any obligation of being faithful or getting into a relationship afterwards."—Brazilian website GlamuramaDaily Mail: Madonna 'loved up with new Latino toyboy Jesus'... (December 22, 2008)
Madonna Fast Facts
- Full name: Madonna Louise Veronica Ciccone
- Born: August 16, 1958
- Birthplace: Bay City, Michigan
- Debut single: "Everybody," released 1982
- Inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008
- Married director Guy Ritchie on December 22, 2000
- Announced divorce from Ritchie on October 15, 2008
