Remembering Nabila Furtado: A beauty queen's silent battle and lasting legacy
Annapurna Rai | Apr 25, 2025, 17:23 IST
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Brazilian beauty queen and fashion influencer, Nabila Furtado, has died at 35 after a private battle with aggressive breast cancer. Diagnosed in 2020, she chose to keep her illness private while continuing to inspire her followers. Her condition led to thrombosis and a fatal pulmonary embolism, leaving the fashion and pageant communities in mourning.
Nabila Furtado, a celebrated Brazilian beauty queen and fashion influencer, passed away at the age of 35 after a private battle with aggressive breast cancer. Her untimely death has left the fashion and pageant communities in mourning.
A private struggle
In 2020, during a routine checkup, Furtado was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer. Choosing to keep her diagnosis private, even from her family, she continued to inspire her followers with her grace and strength. Her condition eventually led to thrombosis and a fatal pulmonary embolism.
Final days
Earlier this year, Furtado was hospitalized due to thrombosis in her shoulder and arm. After a brief period of at-home therapy, she was readmitted to a hospital in Cariacica, Brazil, experiencing severe breathing difficulties. She tragically passed away later that day.
A lasting impact
Furtado's decision to keep her illness private did not diminish her influence. Throughout her battle, she remained a source of inspiration, demonstrating resilience and dedication to her craft. Her legacy continues to inspire many in the fashion and beauty industries.
Nabila Furtado's life serves as a poignant reminder of the strength and grace that can be found even in the face of adversity.
A private struggle
In 2020, during a routine checkup, Furtado was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer. Choosing to keep her diagnosis private, even from her family, she continued to inspire her followers with her grace and strength. Her condition eventually led to thrombosis and a fatal pulmonary embolism.
Final days
Earlier this year, Furtado was hospitalized due to thrombosis in her shoulder and arm. After a brief period of at-home therapy, she was readmitted to a hospital in Cariacica, Brazil, experiencing severe breathing difficulties. She tragically passed away later that day.
A lasting impact
Furtado's decision to keep her illness private did not diminish her influence. Throughout her battle, she remained a source of inspiration, demonstrating resilience and dedication to her craft. Her legacy continues to inspire many in the fashion and beauty industries.
Nabila Furtado's life serves as a poignant reminder of the strength and grace that can be found even in the face of adversity.