Former adult film actress sworn in as Colombian senator

A former adult film actress has been sworn in as a Colombian senator, marking a significant moment in the country's political landscape. Deyci Alejandra Omaña Ortiz, known professionally as Amaranta Hank, took the oath of office on July 20, 2026, to represent the Norte de Santander region in the Senate. Her election follows her victory in Colombia's March parliamentary polls as a member of the left-leaning Historic Pact coalition for the 2026-2030 legislative term.

Omaña secured her seat after being placed 23rd on the Historic Pact's closed electoral list. The coalition emerged as the strongest political force in the Senate election, receiving more than 4.4 million votes, representing 22.72 percent of the total, and securing 25 seats in the upper chamber. Before entering politics, Omaña worked as a journalist before transitioning into the adult entertainment industry.

The new senator has consistently maintained that her past career should not determine her suitability for public office. In response to criticism of her election, she questioned the stigma in a video shared on social media, asking why a woman who was in the adult industry cannot aspire to a popularly elected...