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Photostory: Brazilian model dies on the catwalk during Sao Paulo Fashion Week

epa07533217 A model presents a creation by the brand Ponto Firme during Sao Paulo Fashion Week, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, 27 April 2019. The model is holding a sign which says: 'Mourning' in honor of the Brazilian model Tales Cotta who died on 27 April 2019 as he was taking part in a fashion event part of the Sao Paulo's Fashion Week. EPA-EFE/SEBASTIAO MOREIRA

A firefighter is seen helping model Tales (L) during a presentation from fashion label Ocksa during Sao Paulo Fashion Week, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, 27 April 2019.

Cotta , 26, died as he was taking part in the fashion presentation during Sao Paulo’s Fashion Week.

Brazilian model Tales Cotta dies at the catwalk during Sao Paulo Fashion Week
Photo: EPA-EFE/LECO VIANA

 

Now doctors think that may have had an undiagnosed illness from birth.

Runway - Ponto Firme - Sao Paulo Fashion Week
A model presents a creation by the brand Ponto Firme during Sao Paulo Fashion Week, in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The model is holding a sign which says: ‘Mourning’ in honor of the Brazilian model Tales Cotta. Photo: EPA-EFE/SEBASTIAO MOREIRA

Guests at the event had initially thought the fall was part of the model’s act before medical staff rushed onto the stage to try to revive Cotta.

 

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