Wilson Fittipaldi dies after being hospitalized due to choking

The former Formula 1 driver Wilson Fittipaldi died at the age of 80. His death occurred at 6 am this Friday, the 23rd, in a hospital in São Paulo.

He had been hospitalized since December 2023, when he suffered a cardiac arrest as a result of choking. At the time, his wife, Rita, said that the athlete choked on a piece of meat and suffered cardiac arrest. He was admitted and intubated. After having the tracheostomy, he was extubated and went to his room in January.

He left behind his wife, Rita, and their son, Christian Fittipaldi.

Before the choking in December, he took one last photo with his family in a moment of joy and the image was shared on social media, as it was also his birthday.

Actor from the series The Office dies

The actor Ewen MacIntosh passed away at the age of 50. He became known for acting in the series The Office, which was a global hit on British TV. According to the international press, his death was announced by his friend Ricky Gervais through X, formerly Twitter.

“Extremely sad news. Our very funny and lovable Ewen MacIntosh, known to many as Big Keith from The Office, has passed away. Absolutely original. Rest in peace,” he said on social media.

Ewen’s team reported that he died peacefully, but did not reveal the cause of death. His body will be cremated in a private family ceremony.

The actor Ed Scott also paid tribute to his deceased friend. “I am completely devastated by the loss of my great friend. He may have a famous face known to millions like Keith from The Office, but the person inside him is who I will remember most. Thank you for the incredible care and love from the wonderful medical staff and nurses who took care of him as he brought a smile to his days. I found their empathy and care for him comforting during the most difficult times and I will be forever grateful every day. I’ll miss you so much, mate.”he said.