Brazilian Popeye bodybuilder Arlindo de Souza dies at 55 after kidney failure

Arlindo de Souza, known as the “Brazilian Popeye,” died at 55 in Recife after kidney failure and cardiac arrest, according to Globo. Famous for injecting oil into his arms, he later warned others about the dangers. His life was shaped by fame, health struggles, and personal loss, including the deaths of his brother and close friend.

Brazilian Popeye bodybuilder Arlindo de Souza dies at 55 after kidney failure
Arlindo de Souza, known as the “Brazilian Popeye,” died at 55 in Recife after kidney failure and cardiac arrest, according to Globo. Famous for injecting oil into his arms, he later warned others about the dangers. His life was shaped by fame, health struggles, and personal loss, including the deaths of his brother and close friend.