Karine de Souza was born in Brazil and has faced a rare and dangerous condition from a young age — pigmentary xeroderma, which requires her to take extreme precautions when exposed to sunlight.
While most people experience the sun as a natural part of everyday life, Karine must battle it daily, avoiding its rays at all costs. Since her diagnosis at the age of three, Karine has not only learned to protect her skin with the highest level of sunscreen but also adapted her life to constant darkness.
She covers her windows to block sunlight and only occasionally ventures outside, during the evening or on rainy days, to visit the doctor. Karine has undergone over 130 surgeries, surviving several dramatic moments, including the removal of her upper lip and part of her nose. Every day, she continues to fight for her health and happiness despite the physical pain and psychological challenges she faces.
In this difficult reality, she met her love — Edmilson. Their connection started through social media, and for Edmilson, Karine’s life story became not just a captivating tale but a true inspiration.
He was struck not only by her outer beauty but also by the inner strength she demonstrated despite all the hardships. Edmilson realized his love for Karine had no limits, and soon after, he proposed to her.
The couple showed their online fans that true love can overcome any barrier.
