Brazilian volleybelle Leila Barros is now a senator
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Can you believe volleyball star Leila Barros is now playing a different ball game? Read on!
Remember the Brazilian volleyball star Leila Barros who wowed the crowd during the FIVB Grand Prix held in Manila in August of 2000.
Well, after showcasing her amazing talent in the court, the 5'10 beauty has decided to run for public office in Brazil.
According to a story published on foxsports.ph, Ms. Barros won a Senate seat in the Federal District in Brazil.
The information came from a Tweet by Volleywood.
Former Ateneo volleybelle Charo Soriano reacted to the news that Leila Barros is now a public servant.
She tweeted, “She was also the reason why I wanted to be No. 8 & why I wanted to play volleyball when I was in grade school.
“Hoping your senatorial service inspires many young people to pursue their dreams and make this world a better place for the next generation ️ #SenatorLeilaBarros.”
