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Brazilian Rhythmic Gymnast Isabelle Marciniak Dies at 18 From Hodgkin Lymphoma

Paraná’s gymnastics federation confirmed her death, with a funeral held in Araucária.

Overview

  • Marciniak died on Dec. 24 in the Curitiba metropolitan area, according to local reports citing the state federation.
  • The wake and burial were held at the Jardim Independência cemetery chapel in her hometown of Araucária.
  • She paused elite competition in 2023 to focus on treatment after being diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma.
  • Her career highlights included the 2021 Brazilian junior all‑around title with gold in ball and silver in ribbon, plus a 2023 team championship with Clube Agir.
  • The federation issued a public note of condolence emphasizing her legacy, and her mother posted a farewell on Instagram after a year of treatment.