Brazilian comedy star Gordinho Maniçoba has died at age 27, with his sister confirming the tragic news on his social media accounts on June 11, 2025. The content creator, whose real name was Felipe Dezincourt, had amassed over 253,000 followers on Instagram and was beloved for his comedic sketches about life in Belem.
His sister, Joelma Vatapá, announced the death through his Instagram Stories, telling fans that she wanted to give them information but unfortunately the news was not good. She described him as an icon and idol who brought joy to everyone but had passed away that morning. Vatapá chose not to reveal the cause of his untimely death.
In a separate tribute post, Joelma honored her late brother with a formal announcement. The post stated that it was with deep regret they announced the passing of Felipe Tiago, known as Gordinho Maniçoba, on June 11, 2025. She reflected that the man who made them laugh so much now brings tears of longing, but emphasized that he will always live on in their hearts through memories, gestures, and stories that will never be erased.
The comment section was immediately flooded with condolences and tributes from friends and admirers. Followers expressed their grief with messages of love and sympathy, with one person commenting about seeing him in eternity and another expressing love and wishing him rest in peace. Many offered condolences to family members and expressed how sad the news was.
Gordinho had been active on social media until recently, last posting on Saturday when he celebrated surpassing 30,000 followers on his official Facebook page. He expressed gratitude for the milestone, saying they were growing slowly without going over anyone and showing appreciation for the support.
The comedian had been using a wheelchair since his youth and leveraged his public platform to advocate for people with disabilities. He expanded his influence beyond entertainment by entering politics three years ago, running for representative of Pará under the Brazilia Democratic Movement, though he was not elected to office.
Just last month, Gordinho celebrated a personal milestone when he marked his one-year engagement anniversary with fiancée Isa Gomez. Following news of his death, Gomez shared a heartfelt tribute on her Instagram account, posting a montage video showcasing their time together. She expressed that he would always be in her heart and that his departure left a void that would never be filled, while his memory and love would stay with her forever. She thanked him for being her companion, friend, and love, referring to him affectionately as her little baby Felipinho.
Local youth group leader Helder Barbalho also mourned his passing online, noting that sadness did not suit someone who spread so much joy wherever he went, but acknowledged it was impossible not to feel it. Barbalho indicated that Gordinho’s departure leaves a huge void, describing him as someone who always spread smiles both on and off social media. He characterized the comedian’s energy as unique and noted that he leaves behind the legacy of someone who truly lived in the world, extending solidarity to his family, friends, and admirers.
The entertainer had built a significant following through his comedic vignettes that resonated with audiences, particularly those depicting daily life experiences in his home city of Belem. His content connected with viewers who appreciated his humor and perspective on regional life.
Beyond his entertainment career, Gordinho had used his visibility to champion disability rights and representation. His advocacy work complemented his comedy, as he drew from personal experience to raise awareness about accessibility and inclusion issues affecting the disabled community in Brazil.
The timing of his death has shocked fans and fellow content creators, coming just days after he celebrated reaching another social media milestone. His sudden passing has left the Brazilian comedy community and his substantial online following mourning the loss of someone they viewed as both an entertainer and advocate.
