Influencer Vanessa Mancini, 41, dies of a ‘massive heart attack’ at her home in Brazil
- Vanessa Mancini, 41, was in her luxury apartment when she suddenly collapsed
Popular influencer Vanessa Mancini has died at her home in Brazil of a “massive heart attack,” her family said.
Mancini, 41, was with her parents in her luxury apartment in the northwestern city of Manaus when she suddenly collapsed.
The influencer, who had almost 30,000 followers on Instagram where she documented her life and travels, was found in the bathroom of her home before medics were called to the scene.
But when emergency services arrived, Mancini showed no vital signs. Her family later confirmed that she had died at her home on Monday morning.
Initial reports suggested that Mancini had collapsed while putting up Christmas decorations, but it later became clear that the influencer was found in the bathroom of her home after suffering a heart attack, reports Radar Amazonico.
Her family said in a statement: ‘Influencer Vanessa Mancini has died of a massive heart attack.
Vanessa Mancini was with her parents in her luxury apartment when she suddenly collapsed
Popular influencer Vanessa Mancini has died of a “massive heart attack” at her home in Brazil, her family said
Vanessa Mancini was with her parents in her luxury apartment when she suddenly collapsed
‘She was at home with her parents and was being attended to by paramedics, but was unresponsive.
‘Vanessa was 41 years old and known for her happiness and good humor. The family asks for respect at this time of mourning.”
The influencer was buried at the local Parque de Manaus cemetery on Tuesday in a funeral attended by her heartbroken family and friends.
In July, Mancina had visited a cardiologist and posted a video of herself on Instagram wearing a “Holter monitor” that records the heart’s electrical activity and helps doctors assess any irregularities.
Governor of the State of Acre Gladson Cameli, Vanessa’s friend, said: ‘It is with great regret that I mourn the death of my dear friend Vanessa Mancini, 41 years old, next Monday.
“Vanessa was known for her sense of humor and infectious joy, and will certainly be deeply missed.
The influencer, who had almost 30,000 followers on Instagram where she documented her life and travels, was found in the bathroom of her home before doctors were called to the scene.
“I extend my deepest condolences to all her friends and family who are mourning this irreparable loss.”
Another friend, Olívia Calheiros, said: “We just met and we had no idea.
“Oh, how I had showered you with kisses and hugs and asked God every day to leave you here among us.”
Mancini had nearly 30,000 followers on Instagram, where she regularly shared content about her daily life, travels and workout routines.