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About
Brazilian sailor and explorer who became the first person ever to row across the South Atlantic Ocean, he also led a 79 day expedition through the Antarctic continent.
Before Fame
He lived in the town of Paraty, Brazil in his youth.
Trivia
He wrote a book called Between Two Poles that chronicled his expedition to the Arctic Pole.
Family Life
He got married to Marina Bandeira in 1996, the two had two daughters.
Associated With
He and soccer player Ronaldo are both from Brazil.
