Virginia Fonseca made her debut as the queen of the drum section at the Grande Rio samba school during their first battery rehearsal on June 24, 2025. The event, held in Caxias, was publicly documented on the samba school's social media channels. Despite the enthusiasm surrounding her appearance, Fonseca faced criticism from some quarters, including comments from Viviane Araújo, a prominent figure associated with the Grande Rio. Araújo expressed concerns about community members feeling sidelined by Fonseca's appointment, highlighting the competitive nature of the role and the emotional investment of long-standing members. Following the rehearsal, Fonseca was seen relaxing in Mangaratiba. The story reflects ongoing discussions about the integration of influencers into traditional samba school roles and the reactions from established community members.