Colombia swears in former adult film star Amaranta Hank as Senator

Former adult film actress Deyci Alejandra Omaña Ortiz, widely known by her stage name Amaranta Hank, has officially taken the oath of office as a senator in Colombia after winning a seat in the country’s March parliamentary elections.

Omaña will represent the Norte de Santander region in the Senate as a member of the left-wing Historic Pact coalition for the 2026–2030 legislative term.

She earned her position by finishing 23rd on the coalition’s closed electoral list.

Colombian media reported that the Historic Pact emerged as the largest political force in the Senate elections, receiving more than 4.4 million votes, representing 22.72 percent of the total ballots cast.

The coalition secured 25 seats in the Senate, strengthening its presence in the country’s legislature.

The newly sworn-in senator, who previously worked as a journalist before transitioning into the adult entertainment industry, has insisted that her past should not define her ability to serve in public office.

She has also advocated greater legal recognition and protections for people working in the adult entertainment industry, arguing that women involved in the sexual economy contribute to Colombia’s economy and should not face discrimination because of their past.

Responding to critics in a TikTok video after her election, Omaña questioned the public backlash, asking:

“Why can’t a woman who was in the adult industry aspire to a popularly elected office?”

Beyond advocating for the rights of adult entertainment workers, Omaña said her legislative priorities will also focus on mental health and sexual abuse prevention.

Her rise to the Senate follows an earlier controversial appointment to Colombia’s Ministry of Equality, where she and fellow former adult performer Juan Carlos Florián were named deputy ministers under President Gustavo Petro’s administration, a move that sparked widespread public debate.

Omaña’s swearing-in marks one of the most closely watched developments in Colombia’s recent political history, highlighting ongoing discussions about public service, personal history and the qualifications required for elected office.

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