Brazilian gospel singer Pedro Henrique tragically collapsed on stage during a live performance and passed away shortly after, aged 30. The artist was performing in the northeastern city of Feira de Santana at a religious event. The evening’s proceedings were live-streamed online and fans witnessed the shocking moment that took the life of the young singer. Let’s take a look at what happened and find out more about Pedro Henrique’s life, career and untimely demise.
Disclaimer: This article includes a video depicting a potentially distressing incident. Viewer discretion is advised.
Viral Video of the Onstage Incident
Video footage of Pedro Henrique’s tragic on-stage collapse has been widely circulating across different social media platforms like X (Twitter), Facebook and TikTok. In the clip, we can see the singer performing ‘Val Ser Tão Lindo’ which also turned out to be his last words translating to “It’s going to be so beautiful.”
The moment Brazilian gospel singer Pedro Henrique, 30 slumped and subsequently died during while performing on stage
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Henrique was energetically engaging with the crowd near the edge of the stage. Suddenly, he seemed to lose his balance after experiencing some internal discomfort as he collapsed and fell backward. Fans at the event were left in disbelief as the organizers took him to a nearby clinic for treatment.
Unfortunately, Pedro Henrique was confirmed to have been brought lifeless on arrival. The Brazilian gospel singer’s record label Todah Music announced that he had suffered a massive cardiac arrest on stage which led to his passing. The joyous religious event closed abruptly on a note of shock and grief.
Pedro Henrique’s Life and Career
The young singer was a prodigy who began his musical journey at the age of 3. Over the years, Henrique started his own YouTube channel which contributed to his growing fame. In 2015, the gospel artist joined a local band and went professional, releasing the ‘Grande é o Senhor’ album.
After spending three years with the band, Pedro Henrique left to start his own musical journey with the single ‘Não Falhou’. The musician is survived by his wife Suilan Barreto and newborn daughter Zoe. Furthermore, he was an only child while growing up in his family. He was all set to launch a new project on YouTube before the mid-performance incident claimed his life.
Netizens React to Singer’s Demise
Fans remembered Pedro Henrique on social media as they offered their condolences. Todah Music released a moving statement on his passing and spoke about the complex ‘will of God’ in such difficult situations.
Mano, o Pedro Henrique faleceu 😭😭😭 como assim véi!!!! pic.twitter.com/Fy6QJd2fpo
— ! (@desativeiaquig) December 14, 2023
A vida é um sopro💔
Hoje acordei e vi que o cantor Pedro Henrique, teve uma morte súbita , enquanto louvava a Deus, aqui em Feira de Santana. Estou desnorteada, mas Deus tem seus planos e ele está nos braços do pai. Sua descendência será abençoada. Vai ser tão lindo Pedro 🙌🏾 pic.twitter.com/iXaf5Osq0P— Keu (@Keulax) December 14, 2023
Tributes came from fans through sharing old music videos and live performances of the late singer. The incident also sparked a discussion on whether Pedro Henrique was vaccinated for COVID-19 and if the measure had anything to do with causing the early cardiac arrest.
