Guilherme Henrique dead at 30: Bodybuilding champion suddenly dies as heartbroken partner releases statement
A BRAZILIAN bodybuilding champion has died suddenly aged 30.
Guilherme Henrique passed away on Monday after reportedly suffering from asphyxiation.
Brazilian authorities ordered an autopsy into the details surrounding his tragic death.
Henrique was known as Gui Bull in bodybuilding and had a strong following in the fitness community in his homeland.
His partner confirmed the sad news with a heartbreaking statement on social media which also hit back at vile trolls.
Jessica Belenello wrote: “The cause of his death was asphyxiation due to bronchoaspiration and has nothing to do with the speculation that has been circulating.
“If you don’t have anything good to say, a word of affection, consolation, or respect, simply keep quiet.
“Gui is the love of my life.
“He was an incredible person, full of light, and deserves to be remembered as such.
“The pain of his loss is immense, and we will treat him with the dignity he deserves.
“We will take appropriate legal action against any offensive, false, or disrespectful comments.
“Please respect the mourning, the memory, and the pain of his loss.”
Henrique secured five champion titles in Classic Physique and Classic Bodybuilding during his bodybuilding career.
He also had a degree in Biology from the State University of Parana as well as both a master’s and a PhD in Biochemistry.
Gui Bull was studying for a degree in Nutrition at the University Center of Maringa before his death, too.
Tributes poured in for the star online.
Gui Bull was a human being with a giant heart who radiated energy
The Parana Fisiculturismo Federation said: “Gui Bull was not just an athlete; he was a human being with a giant heart, who radiated energy and inspired everyone with his determination and sportsmanship.
“In this moment of pain and longing, we raise our thoughts and prayers to God, asking that He receive him in His arms and envelop him in His eternal light.
“May faith comfort the hearts of family and friends, bringing peace and serenity to face this difficult loss.”
Fans also flooded social media with tributes.
One wrote: “Go with God Gui… We love you.”
Another added: “Wow, so young. My sincere condolences to the family.”
Henrique’s death comes just a month after German bodybuilder and Netflix star Vittorio Pirbazari died aged 44 after collapsing while running on a treadmill.
Another bodybuilder, Jodi Vance, was just 20 when she passed away in March following a heart attack.