Maria Bonita

BIOGRAPHY

Maria Gomes de Oliveira (Santo Antônio da Glória, January 17, 1910 – Porto da Folha, July 28, 1938), known as Maria de Déa or Maria Bonita (meaning "Beautiful Maria"), was a Brazilian bandit. She was the companion of Virgulino Ferreira da Silva, known as Lampião, and the first woman to participate in a group of bandits.

Known For

Acting

Gender

Female

Birthday

17 January 1910

Death Day

28 July 1938

Place of Birth

Bahia, Brazil

Also Known As

Maria Gomes de Oliveira, Maria de Déa