Brazilian comedy star Gordinho Maniçoba has died aged 27, with his sister confirming the news in a heartbreaking statement shared on his social media page
Brazilian comedy star and aspiring politician Gordinho Maniçoba has died aged 27, his sister confirmed in a heartbreaking statement. The content creator’s sister, Joelma Vatapá, took to his Instagram page to announce the news on his Stories, telling fans: “I wanted to give you a lot of information, but unfortunately the news is not good.
“Our icon, the idol of many people and who brought joy to everyone … Unfortunately, he passed away this morning.” She did not disclose his cause of death. Joelma also shared a separate post paying tribute to her brother.
“It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Felipe Tiago, known as Gordinho Maniçoba, on 06/11/25,” the caption read.
“One day, the man who made us laugh so much… today brings tears of longing. But in our hearts, he will always live on, in memories, in gestures, in stories that will never be erased.”
Friends and fans rushed to the comment section to pay tribute to the star, with one writing: “My friend, see you in eternity!” and another posting: ” love you brother, rest in peace.”
“My condolences to all the family members, how sad,” one said with a crying emoji and another added: “I love you friend, may God receive you with open arms.”
Gordinho, real name was Felipe Dezincourt, had over 253,000 followers on Instagram and brightened the lives of followers with hilarious skits about his life in Belem.
He last posted on his page on Saturday, telling fans he surpassed 30,000 followers on his official Facebook page. “We’re growing there slowly without going over anyone. Gratitude and let’s go up,” he said.
The star had been a wheelchair user since childhood and used his fame to raise awareness for people with disabilities. He even sought public office three years ago and ran for representative of Pará under the Brazilia Democratic Movement. However, he wasn’t elected.
Just last month the content creator celebrated his one-year engagement with fiancée, Isa Gomez.
Isa shared a montage video on her Instagram page showcasing their time together as she paid tribute to him. In the caption, she wrote: “You will always be in my heart Your departure has left a void that will never be filled, but your memory and love will stay with me forever.
“Thank you for being my companion, my friend and my love. You will be deeply remembered and loved, my little baby Felipinho.”
Helder Barbalho, a youth group leader, posted a tribute: “Sadness doesn’t suit someone who spread so much joy wherever he went, but today it’s impossible not to feel it.
“The departure of @gordinhomanicoba leaves a huge void, of a person who always spread smiles, both on and off social media. His energy was unique, and now he leaves behind the legacy of someone who lived in the world. All my solidarity to his family, friends and admirers.”
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