Wanderson Da Silva Moreira collapsed during a bodybuilding show over the weekend.
Brazilian bodybuilder Wanderson Da Silva Moreira died after collapsing during a bodybuilding competition over the weekend on May 10th 2025.
Moreira, a 30-year-old bodybuilder from Rondonopolis, reportedly suffered a heart attack during the event in the Pantanal Bodybuilding Championship in Campo Grande, western Brazil. Witnesses who were present at the competition claim that Moreira completed his performance before collapsing near the backstage area.
Moreira was treated by paramedics at the scene for over an hour before being pronounced dead. According to reports from a close friend, Moreira had been feeling ill the previous day but wanted to compete.
The bodybuilder’s coach shared a heartfelt message on social media following the tragic event:
“I have no words to describe the depth of sadness and shock I still feel. He was not just an athlete, he was a great friend, a family man, a man with a huge heart who was always willing to help those who needed him.”
Wanderson Da Silva Moreira Passed Away During Competition
Moreira has been an up-and-coming bodybuilder in Brazil. He was in town to compete at the Pantanal Contest, which is one of the top local event. It is considered a big-time gateway to the Mr. Olympia Brazil and Arnold Classic South America events. The event took place in the Jose Abrao Gymnasium and was part of the national bodybuilding federation program.
The devastating news surrounding Moreira comes shortly after Guilherme Henrique, known as Gui Bull, passed away at 30 years old. The news was confirmed by Henrique’ girlfriend, Jessica Belenello. The cause of death is being described as asphyxiation due to bronchoaspiration.
Belenello also asked for the public to show respect during this time and begin circulating the truth surrounding Gui Bull’s death.
“The cause of 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 Bull competed in Classic Physique and Classic Bodybuilding over the course of his career. He won five championships on stage.
Henrique held a degree in Biology from the State University of Parana. He also held a master’s degree and PhD in Biochemistry. At the time of his death, Henrique was studying to achieve a degree in Nutrition at the University Center of Maringa.
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