Brazilian influencer dies after gastric sleeve surgery

Brazilian beauty influencer Valéria Pantoja has died at the age of 36. She died after undergoing gastric sleeve surgery.

A Brazilian beauty influencer with over 12,000 Instagram followers has died while recovering from gastric sleeve surgery. Valéria Pantoja's family confirmed her death in a post on her Instagram account. The exact cause of death is not yet known; an autopsy is expected to provide clarity.

The 39-year-old Pantoja was known for her beauty services, such as Botox and lip injections. According to celebrity website people.com, she suddenly became ill during the night and died in the hospital. Her sister emphasized that there is no evidence of suicide or an accident.

Following the announcement of her death, numerous fans and former clients expressed their grief on social media. Many recalled their encounters with Pantoja and expressed their condolences. The family asked for refraining from speculation about the cause of death and to await the ongoing investigation.