RECORD - COMUNICADO SOBRE A SAÍDA DE RATINHO 1998

Summary

The script reveals the controversy surrounding presenter Carlos Roberto Massa, known as Ratinho, leaving Rede Record. It details his dissatisfaction with the network, alleging daily reprimands from VP Honorilton Gonçalves, and disputes over inviting politicians like José Serra without corporate knowledge. Ratinho denies leaving for a competitor's lucrative offer, instead highlighting a long-standing conversation with SBT. The script also discusses the legal battle over a reported 43 million in fines and the SBT's refusal to pay, arguing Ratinho's departure was due to work dissatisfaction, not a move to another network. The narrative questions whether Ratinho's exit was motivated by dissatisfaction or a higher salary, hinting at a complex relationship with Silvio Santos and SBT.

Takeaways

• 📢 The host, Carlos Roberto Massa, known as 'Ratinho', left the Record network due to dissatisfaction, not because of an offer from a competitor.
• 🗣️ Ratinho claimed he was called daily by the vice-president to receive scoldings, which he found tiring and the main reason for his departure.
• 🤝 Despite a close professional relationship with the programming direction and the company's top management, Ratinho felt the need to leave.
• 🚫 There was an incident where Ratinho was reprimanded by the network for inviting the health minister, José Serra, to his show without the company's prior knowledge.
• 🔍 The company, Record, is cautious about political participation in its programs to avoid the appearance of favoritism towards any candidate.
• 💼 Ratinho emphasized that his decision to leave was not due to a lucrative offer from a competitor but his dissatisfaction with the network.
• 💰 In a magazine article, Ratinho showed a check for 9.85 million reais received upon his hiring by SBT, highlighting his new millionaire status in TV.
• 🤑 There are discussions about a potential fine of around 43 million reais that Ratinho might have to pay, but he avoids getting into the specifics of the penalty.
• 📰 The Folha de São Paulo reported that SBT has not yet paid the fine for Ratinho's contract termination with Record, justifying it by claiming his departure was due to dissatisfaction, not a move to another network.
• 🔝 Ratinho's rise to fame was quick, thanks to Record, and he is now faced with a choice between loyalty and a substantial monetary offer from Silvio Santos.
• 🕊️ The script suggests that Ratinho's admiration for the network has been overshadowed by the recent events and monetary offers.

Q & A

Why did Carlos Roberto Massa, also known as Ratinho, leave Rede Record?

Carlos Roberto Massa, or Ratinho, left Rede Record due to dissatisfaction with the network, as he felt he was being constantly reprimanded by the vice-president, Horation Gonçalves.

What was Ratinho's relationship with the president of Rede Record like?

Ratinho had an open and close relationship with the president of Rede Record. They communicated daily about the program, and their professional relationship was very close, in addition to their friendship.

What incident led to Ratinho being reprimanded by Rede Record?

Ratinho was reprimanded by Rede Record for inviting the Minister of Health, José Serra, to his program without the knowledge of the company's top management, which was against the company's policy of not favoring any political candidate.

How did Ratinho's participation in political programs affect his relationship with Rede Record?

Ratinho's participation in political programs, particularly inviting José Serra, led to a conflict with Rede Record, as it was seen as a breach of the company's policy to maintain neutrality and avoid privileging any political candidate.

What was the nature of the discussions between Ratinho and SBT before his departure from Rede Record?

Ratinho had been in discussions with SBT for a long time, even before the contract negotiations that took place three months prior to his departure from Rede Record.

What was the reported amount Ratinho received upon signing with SBT?

Ratinho reportedly received a signing bonus of 9,850,000 reais from SBT upon his contract signing.

What was the controversy surrounding the contract termination fee between Ratinho and Rede Record?

There was a controversy regarding the 40 million reais contract termination fee that SBT did not pay to Rede Record for Ratinho's early contract termination. SBT justified this by stating that Ratinho left due to dissatisfaction with working conditions, not to move to another network.

How did Ratinho respond to the allegations of leaving Rede Record for a higher offer from a competitor?

Ratinho emphasized that his departure from Rede Record was not due to a lucrative offer from a competitor but due to his dissatisfaction with the broadcaster.

What was the public's reaction to Ratinho's departure from Rede Record?

The public seemed surprised and somewhat disapproving of Ratinho's departure, as it was perceived that he was leaving for monetary reasons rather than dissatisfaction with his work environment.

What was the role of Silvio Santos in Ratinho's career and contract negotiations?

Silvio Santos, the owner of SBT, played a significant role in Ratinho's career by offering him a substantial contract, which Ratinho claims was not the primary reason for his departure from Rede Record.

How did Ratinho's relationship with Rede Record evolve over time?

Initially, Ratinho had a close and open relationship with Rede Record, but over time, dissatisfaction with the working conditions and constant reprimands led to a strained relationship, culminating in his departure.