Ricardo Godoi, a prominent Brazilian automotive influencer and CEO of Godoi Premium Group, passed away at 45 due to a heart attack while undergoing a back tattoo procedure.
The incident occurred on January 20 in Santa Catarina state, where Godoi was placed under general anesthesia for the tattoo. Shortly after sedation began, he suffered cardiac arrest. Despite immediate medical intervention, he could not be revived.
Godoi had informed his 225,000 Instagram followers about the tattoo appointment, indicating a brief hiatus from posting. His sudden death has left family, friends, and fans mourning, with many expressing their condolences on social media.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death to determine the exact cause.