Rio de Janeiro’s mayor handed the city keys to King Momo on Friday, marking the beginning of the symbolic Carnival monarch’s five-day reign over the revelry. “I officially declare Rio’s 2025 Carnival open!” said King Momo after Mayor Eduardo Paes handed him a gigantic silver and gold key. (AP Video by Lucas Dumphreys)
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Mayor of Rio gives key to the city to King Momo as carnival begins

Rio de Janeiro’s mayor handed the city keys to King Momo on Friday, marking the beginning of the symbolic Carnival monarch’s five-day reign over the revelry. “I officially declare Rio’s 2025 Carnival open!” said King Momo after Mayor Eduardo Paes handed him a gigantic silver and gold key. (AP Video by Lucas Dumphreys)
 
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