as ipanema is among the most famous beaches in rio de janeiro - and getting some privacy here is just about impossible, especially for a celebrity.

in fact, stars use this beach for the opposite reason - when they want to be seen.

the stretch of sand to the right of ipanema posto 8, facing the hotel fasano, is a quick access spot for celebrities staying in the world class hotel, who can just cross the street and get into the waves.

waves of water, and of paparazzi, that is.