The finale of Grande Fratello is just around the corner, and emotions are running high as the remaining contestants prepare to battle for victory. Among them is Helena Prestes, a 34-year-old model from São Paulo, Brazil, who has captured the hearts of viewers with her strong personality and compelling story. As the excitement builds inside the house, outside, former contestants are experiencing the wait in various ways. While Shaila Gatta has chosen silence, Javier Martinez, a volleyball player, openly expresses his feelings for Helena, sharing heartfelt messages and reflections on social media.
Javier, who has been active on Instagram, has already revealed his plans for after the reality show ends. Instead of celebrating with fellow contestants or the production team, his priority is to spend time alone with Helena. "Regardless of whether she wins or not, we’re going to go to a room and be together right away," he confessed during a live stream. In the days following the finale, he plans to surprise the Brazilian model by taking her to see horses, her favorite animals.
Throughout the show, Javier has been keeping a close eye on the Grande Fratello broadcasts on Mediaset Extra, supporting Helena from afar. In a moment of distress for Helena, he dedicated a touching message to her: "I have no words. My heart aches to see you like this. The more time goes by, the more I realize how extraordinary you are. It’s almost over, my love, hold on and I promise you won’t shed another tear. I love you, my little horse," he wrote in an Instagram story.
Reflecting on his experience, Javier admitted to having some regrets about not defending Helena more during their time in the house. "Watching certain clips, I regret a lot of things. I should have stood up for Helena more often, but I didn’t realize how intense everything was from inside," he said. Now, he seems clear about his future: it’s with Helena, and their love story is ready to begin in the real world.
Helena Prestes is not just a contestant; she is a finalist in the Grande Fratello, and her journey has been marked by ups and downs. Born in 1990 in a challenging neighborhood of São Paulo, she began modeling at the age of 16 to support her mother and sisters. Helena's background is compelling: she has shared her experiences of growing up in a violent household, saying, "My father hit my mother. I saw the result of the violence on my mother, who was a sweet woman and became hardened. I have a good relationship with her, even though she is tough. She doesn’t talk to my sister, and that makes me very sad."
In 2022, Helena participated in Pechino Express with Nikita Pelizon, a former winner of Grande Fratello. They finished third in the competition. The following year, she was a major player on Isola dei Famosi, almost reaching the finale. Helena’s personal life has also seen its share of drama; she had a brief relationship with Antonino Spinalbese in 2022 and was previously linked to model Carlo Motta before entering the Grande Fratello house.
As the finale approaches, the stakes are high. Helena is seen as a frontrunner among the finalists, which also include Jessica Morlacchi, Lorenzo Spolverato, and Zeudi Di Palma. Betting odds reflect this sentiment, with Helena quoted at 1.75 by Snai and 1.80 by Sisal, making her slightly favored over Zeudi Di Palma, who is quoted at 2.00 and 2.10, respectively. The excitement culminates on Monday, March 31, 2025, when the finale airs live on Canale 5, right after Striscia la Notizia, with a host of commentators and viewers eagerly anticipating the outcome.
Polls conducted by Today indicate that the public overwhelmingly supports Helena for the win, with 71% of respondents believing she deserves the title. Comparatively, Chiara Cainelli received only 3%, while Mariavittoria Minghetti and Jessica Morlacchi each garnered 5% of the votes. Zeudi Di Palma and Lorenzo Spolverato are also in the mix, with 7% and 9% respectively. The results suggest that Helena's dynamic personality and resilience have resonated strongly with the audience.
As the final moments of the Grande Fratello unfold, viewers are left to ponder whether Helena can indeed clinch the title. Her journey has been anything but ordinary, filled with challenges and triumphs that have captivated the audience. With Javier by her side and the support of her fans, the stage is set for an unforgettable finale.
