Ana Maria Braga weighs in on Gwyneth Paltrow's daring thigh-high slit at the Oscars and the internet has gone wild
If there's one thing Brazilians love, it's watching an international celebrity go through a wardrobe malfunction, followed by the perfect witty remark from Ana Maria Braga. And that's exactly what happened: Gwyneth Paltrow's ultra-high-slit dress at the 2026 Oscars – which nearly left the actress completely exposed on the red carpet – became the talk of the Programa Ana Maria Braga and delivered one of the most entertaining moments on Brazilian TV this week.
Gwyneth's fright and Ana's playful take
The host didn't hold back on the good humour when commenting on the images that went viral worldwide. While showing a photo of the black dress with a slit that climbed a bit too high, Ana joked: "Folks, look at the shock on her face! She planned a slit, but the dress delivered the Grand Canyon. If that were me, I'd have asked for a live on-air fix from the Golden Needle." The reference to her own famous home sewing skills had the studio audience and viewers in stitches.
The American actress was reportedly furious about the mishap – but here in Brazil, the nation turned the awkward moment into pure entertainment. And Ana Braga, with over two decades on air, knows better than anyone how to turn an international incident into casual coffee chat.
From Angélica to Porchat: the slit becomes a TV sensation
The dress drama didn't stop there. On Angélica Ao Vivo, the blonde host interviewed a designer to explain how to prevent a slit from turning into a full-on nuclear opening. Meanwhile, on Que História É Essa, Porchat?, Fábio Porchat couldn't resist: "Can you imagine Gwyneth sitting on stage at the Oscars, trying to cross her legs like we do on our sofas at home? That would be a whole new segment for my show." The audience went wild.
The most intriguing part is that behind the scenes, it's rumoured that Ana Maria Braga herself has been invited to make a guest appearance on Porchat's show to discuss the topic. Will she do it? If public opinion is anything to go by, the collaboration is already a done deal.
What's the internet saying?
On social media, the blend of Gwyneth Paltrow with Ana Maria Braga's universe has spawned the most creative memes. Here are some highlights:
- "Gwyneth should call Ana Maria Braga for help – she can sew anything, even bathroom curtains."
- "If Ana Maria had been hosting Globo Repórter at the time, that slit would've turned into a camping tent."
- "Angélica and Ana Maria should launch a new segment: 'Help, My Dress Has Vanished'."
- "Porchat asking Gwyneth: 'So, what's the story with that slit?'"
Ana Maria Braga: the queen of pop culture connection
Once again, Ana Maria Braga has proven why she's a phenomenon. Whether she's talking recipes, soaps, or the Oscars, she manages to bring the subject right into the living rooms of housewives, pensioners, and young folks following along on YouTube. The Programa Ana Maria Braga remains that gathering spot where we laugh, get informed, and, as a bonus, find out what to do with leftover chicken.
And you, had you already seen Gwyneth's dress? Tell us: if Ana Braga had worn that, what would she have said live on air? I bet she'd have whipped out her sewing kit and even taught us how to make a patchwork quilt from the fabric.