: She leveraged her fame to host a late-night show called Uma Noite Para Paraíso on a premium adult network.

In 2016, Matos launched her hit TV show "Cavalo de Ferro" (Iron Horse), which aired on YouTube and garnered a huge following. The show's irreverent style, sharp humor, and exploration of complex social issues solidified Matos' position as a leading voice in Brazilian entertainment. Through "Cavalo de Ferro," Matos broke taboos and tackled topics such as feminism, racism, and LGBTQ+ rights, providing a platform for marginalized voices.

: Mattos began her career in 2003 and quickly became one of Brazil's most recognizable adult stars. She made approximately 300 films and was the first Latin American woman to win the prestigious AVN Award for Female Foreign Performer of the Year Mainstream Transition

This research paper explores the figure of (often searched as "Monica Matos") and the cultural phenomenon surrounding the "cavalo" (horse) controversy, examining its impact on Brazilian entertainment, public discourse, and the shifting boundaries of mainstream and adult media . Abstract

Matos’s role is brief but memorable. Unlike her bombastic reality TV persona, here she plays a weary, pragmatic madam with a hint of melancholy. Her dialogue is minimal; her power comes from a knowing gaze. Critics (few as there were) noted that Matos brings an uncomfortable authenticity to the role—a woman who has seen the underbelly of Brazilian desire and monetized it without apology. She is not a victim in the film; she is the only character who seems in control.

: In 2008, she became the first Latin American to win the AVN Award for "Female Foreign Performer of the Year". Controversy and Retirement