Obituary of Pelé

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Pelé

Edson Nascimento (born October 23rd, 1940 in Três Corações, Brazil) was a Footballer who was widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers (soccer players) of all time. He dominated the sport in the 1960s and 1970s, scoring over 1,000 professional goals in his career. His ability to score from any angle, as well as his lightning-fast speed and unparalleled ball control, made him a formidable opponent on the pitch. Pelé also had a knack for delivering in the biggest moments, scoring crucial goals in World Cup finals and other international tournaments. He was also a leader on and off the field, captaining the Brazilian national team to three World Cup victories. Pelé's impact on the sport is undeniable, and his legacy lives on as one of the all-time greats.
Pelé died on December 29th, 2022 and his death was because of colon cancer. He was 82 years old when he passed.

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Pelé Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Nascimento, Edson
    • Common Name: Pelé
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Três Corações, Brazil
    • Birth Date: October 23, 1940
    • Age: 82 (at death)
    • Occupation: Footballer
    • Nationality: Brazilian
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Baby Blue
    • Favorite Scent: Elizabeth Arden White Tea
    • Favorite Actor:

    Edson's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Edson Arantes do Nascimento
    • Father: Dondinho (born João Ramos do Nascimento)
    • Mother: Celeste Arantes
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Rosemeri dos Reis Cholbi ​(married 1966-divorced 1982)​
      • Assíria Lemos Seixas ​(married 1994-divorced 2008)​
      • Marcia Aoki ​(married 2016-2022, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Edson Cholbi do Nascimento (born 27 August 1970),

Death Notice:

  • Date: December 29 2022 at age 82
  • Place: Morumbi, São Paulo, Brazil
  • Cause of Death: Colon cancer (related complications)

Category Tags:

FootballerBrazilian Born on October 23rd Born in 1940 Died in 2022 Died at age 82 Died from Colon cancer

Quotable Quotes:

"Edson Nascimento's impactful life and legacy continue to inspire and motivate generations, even after his passing. (V)"

"Edson Nascimento, also known as Pelé, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. Despite facing numerous challenges and injuries throughout his career, he achieved unparalleled success and remains a legendary figure in the world of soccer. (V)"

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-06-15 16:43:04
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