Former Adult Film Actress Amaranta Hank Begins New Chapter As Colombian Senator

• Former adult film actress Deyci Alejandra Omaña Ortiz, better known as Amaranta Hank, has been sworn in as a senator in Colombia. She officially took her oath of office on Monday, July 20, 2026, after winning a seat in the country’s March elections.

• Omaña was elected under the left-wing Historic Pact coalition, which won the largest share of votes in the Senate election. She will represent the Norte de Santander region during the 2026–2030 parliamentary term.

• The former journalist has promised to fight for the rights of adult entertainment workers, saying they deserve legal protection and recognition instead of stigma. She also plans to focus on mental health and preventing sexual abuse.

• Omaña has defended her past career, saying it should not stop her from serving in public office. She believes her experiences have given her a better understanding of inequality and the challenges faced by many Colombians.

July 24, () — Former adult film actress Deyci Alejandra Omaña Ortiz, popularly known as Amaranta Hank, has officially taken her oath of office as a senator in Colombia.

The 33-year-old was sworn in on Monday, July 20, 2026, after winning a seat in the country’s March elections. She will represent the Norte de Santander region as a member of the left-wing Historic Pact coalition during the 2026–2030 parliamentary term.

The Historic Pact won the largest share of votes in the Senate election, securing 25 seats.

Before entering Politics, Omaña worked as a journalist and later became an adult film performer in 2017. She left the profession two years later and turned her focus to public service.

During her campaign, Omaña said she would push for better legal protections and social security for people working in the adult entertainment industry. She believes many workers face discrimination and deserve equal rights under the law.

She has also rejected criticism about her past career, saying it should not stop her from holding public office. In a TikTok video, she questioned why a woman who had worked in the adult industry should be prevented from seeking elected office.

In addition to supporting adult entertainment workers, Omaña has said she wants to improve mental health services and strengthen efforts to prevent sexual abuse.

Her appointment comes after she and former adult film performer Juan Carlos Florián were previously given roles in Colombia’s Ministry of Equality, a move that sparked public debate.

Despite the criticism, Omaña says she hopes to use her experience to represent overlooked communities and bring their concerns to the Senate.