Trivia

Pereio was known for being an ardent atheist and communist who was heavily opposed to the statue of Christ the Redeemer, claiming that it violates Brazil's secular constitution and ruins the beauty of the mountain. From the late 20th century he gathered signatures for its removal.

Children with Cissa Guimarães: Tomás (b. 1978) and João Velho (b. 1984).

Has a sister named Rosa.

Father, with Suzana, of a boy named Gabriel (b. 1991).

Father, with Neila Tavares, of a girl named Lara Velho.