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Brazilian 'Inhuman Barbie' Influencer Found Dead in São Paulo as Police Open Suspicious-Death Probe

The 31-year-old built a following by documenting dozens of cosmetic procedures to resemble a Barbie doll.

Overview

  • Authorities found Barbara Jankavski, 31, lifeless in a São Paulo townhouse, and no cause has been released.
  • Police labeled the case suspicious and ordered a full autopsy to determine how she died.
  • Known online as "Boneca Desumana," she documented 27 cosmetic surgeries and reportedly spent about €48,000–€50,000 on the procedures.
  • Recent posts showed bruising after a reported facelift, and a friend said she injured an eye on the day she was discovered.
  • She drew over 55,000 followers on Instagram and more than 344,000 on TikTok, and fans are now posting condolences on her accounts.