Overview

• The samba school confirmed his death on September 30, 2025.
• School members said he recently had bariatric surgery at Hospital Cardoso Fontes and died after reported postoperative complications.
• He helped end Portela’s 33-year title drought with the 2017 championship and earned Estandarte de Ouro awards in 2012, 2019 and 2022.
• His 2025 parade performance honoring Milton Nascimento was widely praised for its emotional power.
• Condolences were issued by Liesa, Rio mayor Eduardo Paes and the Tom Maior school, with tributes noting his work with Vila Isabel, Vai-Vai and Unidos de Vila Maria.