Overview
- Local outlet Ostorozhno Novosti reported the 30-year-old’s heart stopped in his sleep, though authorities have not issued an official cause or autopsy findings.
- He launched the public “food marathon” on October 21 to gain roughly 25 kilograms as a setup to promote a weight-loss program.
- Throughout the challenge he shared posts detailing about 10,000 calories a day, including pastries, cake, dumplings with mayonnaise, chips, burgers and pizzas.
- His weight increased from just over 92 kilograms to about 105 kilograms by November 18, when he published his final Instagram update.
- The day before his death he canceled training sessions, told friends he felt unwell and planned to see a doctor, according to reports.