Jeronymo Patrocínio

Jeronymo Patrocínio is a prominent figure in the Brazilian samba community, recognized as a baluarte of the Portela samba school. His experience and influence in the world of Carnaval have made him a respected voice regarding the organization and performance of samba parades. Recently, he expressed support for the new three-night format of the Grupo Especial's samba parades, suggesting that while it offers benefits, having five schools each night would enhance the experience for both performers and the audience.