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Brazilian Fitness Star Kadu Santos Dies at 31

10/25/2025

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Ricardo Nolasco dos Santos, known as Kadu Santos, died at 31 on October 20 in Novo Hamburgo, Brazil.
The family has not disclosed the cause of death.
Santos was an 11-time champion who proposed to Sabrina Wollmann during a July competition.
His father expressed sorrow in an Instagram post, calling it the saddest day of his life.
Tributes from fans and athletes poured in, recognizing his discipline and impact on Brazil's fitness community.

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Ricardo Nolasco dos Santos, known as Kadu Santos, died at 31 on October 20 in Novo Hamburgo, Brazil.
The family has not disclosed the cause of death.
Santos was an 11-time champion who proposed to Sabrina Wollmann during a July competition.
His father expressed sorrow in an Instagram post, calling it the saddest day of his life.
Tributes from fans and athletes poured in, recognizing his discipline and impact on Brazil's fitness community.