Portuguese politician Rita Matias has publicly revealed details surrounding her pregnancy, responding to recent speculation and criticism. The announcement comes after a period of public discussion regarding the timing of her pregnancy in relation to her recent marriage.
Matias, a 27-year-classic member of the Chega party, first announced she was expecting on March 8, sharing images of her baby bump and writing, “Bebé a caminho! Uma bênção de Deus” (“Baby on the way! A blessing from God”).
The pregnancy has sparked debate, with some questioning whether Matias married after becoming pregnant. According to Notícias ao Minuto, Matias and Hélio Filipe, a security guard for André Ventura, tied the knot on December 7, 2025, three months prior to the pregnancy announcement.
In a recent social media post, Matias shared a video of the moment she discovered she was pregnant and revealed she is currently 13 weeks along. MAGG reports the news had been kept secret within a close circle of friends and family.
Matias has not directly addressed the criticism, but her recent posts appear to be a response to the ongoing conversation. The politician’s pregnancy adds to the growing number of public figures openly sharing their personal lives and experiences on social media, sparking broader discussions about societal expectations and privacy.
cmjornal.pt also reported that Matias shared a video showing her husband’s reaction to learning about the pregnancy.
