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Brazilian Literary Icon Luis Fernando Veríssimo Passes Away at 88

8/31/2025

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Brazilian writer Luis Fernando Veríssimo died at 88 from pneumonia on August 30, 2025, after a long hospitalization.
He authored over 60 books, known for his witty crônicas and political satire, selling 5.6 million copies.
Despite health issues like Parkinson’s disease and a stroke, he remained influential in Brazilian culture.
Veríssimo was buried in Porto Alegre, alongside his father, Érico Veríssimo, in a private funeral.

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Brazilian writer Luis Fernando Veríssimo died at 88 from pneumonia on August 30, 2025, after a long hospitalization.
He authored over 60 books, known for his witty crônicas and political satire, selling 5.6 million copies.
Despite health issues like Parkinson’s disease and a stroke, he remained influential in Brazilian culture.
Veríssimo was buried in Porto Alegre, alongside his father, Érico Veríssimo, in a private funeral.