.jpg) Twelves in 2014 | |
| Species | Robust capuchin monkey |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Born | 12 December 2012 Xanxerê, Santa Catarina, Brazil |
| Died | 20 March 2018 (aged 5) Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| Cause of death | Traffic collision |
| Occupation | Pet |
| Owner | Latino |
Twelves (12 December 2012 – 20 March 2018) was the pet monkey of Brazilian singer Latino. He was given to Latino by the singer's manager in 2014, as a wedding gift. A robust capuchin monkey, Twelves was raised like a human baby and often accompanied Latino to shows, TV programs and photo shoots. Twelves had his own Instagram account with more than 100 thousand followers.
In 2016, the monkey was the subject of controversy after Latino posted a photo which appeared to show Twelves smoking a hookah. Latino received criticism for posting the image, and the Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (IBAMA) released a statement saying that the singer would be held responsible for the post. The following year, Twelves disappeared for a day, and a search party was formed to find him. Twelves died in 2018 after he went missing and was hit by a vehicle. His body was cremated, and his ashes were turned into a synthetic diamond.