Overview

• Karen Silva, who rose to fame as a semi-finalist on The Voice Kids Brazil in 2020, died Thursday morning at 17 years old due to a hemorrhagic stroke.
• Her passing was confirmed by an official statement from her team, which highlighted her impact as an artist and inspiration for Black girls in Brazil.
• Karen was hospitalized at São João Batista Hospital in Volta Redonda for several days before succumbing to the stroke, which her family says came without prior warning signs.
• Tributes have poured in from fans, family, and prominent figures like Carlinhos Brown, who praised her talent and lasting legacy.
• Her parents, Manoella and Fernando, expressed their devastation, sharing that they had ambitious plans for Karen’s future in music and fashion.