Brazilian actor Amaury Lorenzo receives death threats over same-sex kissing scene
Brazilian actor star Amaury Lorenzo received death threats for his same-sex kiss in Terra e Paixão. Over the last few months, the popular Brazilian soap opera has made massive waves with TV viewers.
In addition to its murder mystery and family feud storylines, Terra e Paixão has been lauded for its LGBTQIA+ representation, specifically in regards to characters like Ramiro (Lorenzo) – a gruff and closeted cowboy – and Kelvin (Diego Martins) – an openly gay activist.
Amid the show’s growing popularity, Lorenzo publically came out as queer while speaking to Extra in October. “I consider myself an LGBTQIA+ man.
It’s possible that in the future I could marry another man, cis or trans, or a woman, cis or trans,” he revealed. “I know the public is curious to know about my sexuality.
