Rafa Kalimann

Rafaella Kalimann, known simply as Rafa Kalimann, is a Brazilian influencer, presenter, actress, and social activist born on April 2, 1993, in Campina Verde, Minas Gerais. She began her career in modeling at the age of fourteen and gradually expanded her presence on social media platforms such as Snapchat and Instagram starting in 2013. Over time, Rafa gained recognition as a digital influencer in Brazil and has earned several awards related to her activity on Instagram and her influence in digital media.

In 2020, Rafa participated in the twentieth season of Big Brother Brasil, which increased her public profile and led to further opportunities in television and business. That same year, she launched a clothing and footwear brand initially called "RK by Rafa Kalimann," later renamed "RK Shop Now." Her presenting career includes hosting the program Casa Kalimann on Globoplay in 2021, as well as serving as a reporter and presenter for Big Brother Brasil’s Bate-Papo BBB panel in 2022.

Rafa made her acting debut in 2022 with the GloboPlay series Rensga Hits! Additionally, she competed in the twentieth season of the dance reality show Dança dos Famosos, where she finished in third place. In 2023, she co-hosted the program Circuito Sertanejo on TV Globo alongside Kenya Sade. Recognized for her work both on and off screen, Rafa has also been acknowledged by the Legislative Assembly of Goiás with the title of Citizen-Goiana.