In September 2025, Vampeta announced he would be releasing a new erotic photo session 26 years after the original. Publicity Stunt:

In recent years, the photos have evolved into a viral phenomenon known as the "Vampetaço" What it is:

Vampeta reportedly accepted the deal to fund the restoration of Cinema Rio Branco in his hometown of Nazaré, Bahia. He received approximately R 370,000 in 2024 value). Cultural Impact: It became the best-selling edition

While he shared a shirtless photo recreating one of the 1999 poses, the announcement was eventually revealed as a publicity stunt for an online gambling website Collector's Status

The original 1999 magazine has become a rare collector's item. Authentic copies are often sought after on secondary marketplaces like Shopee Brasil Mercado Livre