Brazilian influencer Marta Kelly died at the age of 33, days after undergoing a significant cosmetic surgery procedure. Kelly, known for her fashion content and her life as a mother of three, had amassed over 500,000 followers across TikTok and Instagram.
Her husband, Marcus Vinicius, announced her death in an Instagram post on Tuesday, stating that Kelly had "lost the battle" after "fighting until the last moment with all the strength she had." He described her as his "love," "best friend," and "partner," emphasizing her role as a devoted mother to their sons Theo, Ravi, and Filippo.
According to reports, Kelly underwent a "three-in-one" procedure on August 12, which included liposuction, breast implants, and a tummy tuck. She was reportedly discharged a day after the surgery but returned to the hospital on August 14 with illness, and she passed away on Monday.
Kelly's last social media post, shared on August 6, documented her attendance at a consultation for a breast augmentation. Vinicius did not disclose the specific circumstances or the official cause of Kelly's death.
In his tribute, Vinicius shared his profound grief and vowed to honor Kelly's memory by raising their sons as she would have wanted, ensuring they would always know of her love. He reflected on their 15 years together, recalling their shared experiences and future plans. "I will honor you every day of my life," he wrote. "I'm gonna take care of our boys. I'm gonna talk about you, I'm gonna tell our stories, gonna show our pictures. I will make them never forget how much you loved them."
He concluded his message with a commitment to continue their shared life and expressed a hope for peace and enduring faith. "Till then, take your rest my love. I watch our boys for both of us."