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Fabiana Claudino
Also known as Fabi, Fabiana Marcelino Claudino, Fabizona
- Born
- Jan 24, 1985age 41
- height
- 6'5" (or 195 cm)
- nationality
- Brazilian
Career
Active 1997 – 2024
Biography
About Fabiana Claudino
Fabiana Claudino is a former volleyball player, a Brazilian sportswoman who spent 27 years in the sport, from 1997 to 2024. She started around age 12 and rose to become a key figure in Brazilian volleyball. Fabiana made her debut for the national team against Croatia and later captained Brazil to the gold medal at the 2012 Olympics.
Born on 24 January 1985 in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, she is of mixed-race descent, primarily Black. Standing 6'5" tall, she used her height to dominate as a middle blocker. She retired in 2024 after a distinguished career. Her Instagram following has grown to 799k, where she shares glimpses of her life and career.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 1997-2024 (started around 12 years old; 27 years active)
- Birthplace
- Belo Horizonte, Brazil
- Ethnicity
- Mixed-race (primarily Black)
- Sexuality
- Straight
Body
- Weight
- 168 lbs (or 76 kg)
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 799k (as of May 2026)
Frequently asked
How did she get her start in volleyball?
Fabiana began playing volleyball around age 12, starting her professional career in 1997, which lasted 27 years until her retirement in 2024.
What role did she play on the national team?
She debuted for the Brazilian national team against Croatia and later captained the team, leading them to the gold medal at the 2012 Olympics.
Did you know
- At 6'5" (195 cm), she had a significant height advantage in her position.
- Her career spanned 27 years, from 1997 to 2024, beginning when she was just 12 years old.
- She captained Brazil to an Olympic gold medal in 2012, a highlight of her career.
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