Mayra Dias Gomes is a bestselling author, journalist, TV host, wrestler, model, and Matt’s neighbor. She shares her struggles with mental health and alcoholism and how becoming sober improved her life.
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About Mayra Dias Gomes
Mayra Dias Gomes is a Brazilian writer, journalist, wrestler, actress, and model. She has written bestselling books including Fugalaça and Mil e Uma Noites de Silêncio and reported for Rolling Stone, VH1, MTV, Hollywood Reporter, and more. As a trained wrestler, she plays May Valentine in the NWA and models for magazines including Playboy.
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