Death of A Male Model, Tales Soares: Autopsy Report

Tales Soares Autopsy Report: Model had Undiagnosed Heart Condition

An autopsy has determined that Brazilian model Tales Soares tragically died last April from an undiagnosed heart condition. The 26-year-old collapsed as he walked the runway during Sao Paulo Fashion Week.Also known by his true name Tales Cotta, Soares was a rising star in the modeling world. During Sao Paulo Fashion Week, he was working for the fashion house Ocksa when he suddenly took ill. Physicians suspect Soares may have been sick prior to his death and that this may have exacerbated his condition.

The Sun reported that Soares’ autopsy findings were presented by the Legal Medical Forensic Institute which determined the probable cause of death was heart disease leading to acute pulmonary edema. Pulmonary edema is the accumulation of fluid in the air spaces around the lungs. The condition results from congestive heart failure. “Tales had a heart disease that perhaps the model himself did not know he had,” the report revealed.

There was initial speculation that Soares’ death may have been caused by substance abuse or anorexia however, no drugs or alcohol were found in his system and there was no indication of any eating disorders. Soares’ family disputed the allegations, saying that he had an excellent diet, studied yoga and enjoyed Crossfit. “I want to clarify these untruths that they are saying about him, drugs or anorexia – this is not true,” sister Alexandra Soares said.

“My son was a ‘golden’ boy. He had no vices. I’m really going to miss him,” mother Heloisa Cotta said. Cotta revealed that she regularly asked her son if he was eating enough and would quiz him about his health. During one of their last conversations, he made it clear that there was plenty of food provided backstage during each show and he was feeling fine.

Soares’ agency, BASE MGT, released a statement defending their client which stated that he had always exhibited “exemplary behavior,” and had never complained about any health problems. “He maintained a healthy diet (he was vegetarian), did not use illicit substances and was in full condition to participate in the fashion show.”

Soares’ agent Rogerio Campaneli said the handsome model had undergone a physical just prior to the show and no medical problems were detected. Campaneli told FocusOne News that doctors who watched the video immediately suspected an undetected congenital heart condition. “From videos, they believe he died on the catwalk,” he said, adding, “It was all so fast; he kissed a friend behind the scenes who was following him, walked out confidently as usual, then suddenly stumbled, lost his footing and fell,” he added.

Many audience members assumed Soares’ fall was part of the show, as he pivoted on the runway, then stumbled and collapsed as the other models calmly continued to walk by. Some spectators thought he’d accidentally tripped over the long ribbon laces on his shoes.

It wasn’t until Soares began to foam at the mouth that horrified onlookers realized something was terribly wrong. Video of the episode captured Soares collapse. Attendees can be heard gasping as paramedics ran onto the stage to help the fallen model. The report from paramedics who treated Soares said he was unconscious and in cardiac arrest when they transported him to the hospital and that attempts to use a defibrillator and perform CPR were unsuccessful.

Soares had just finished a video chat with his mother Heloisa and sister Gabrielle Gomes before stepping out onto the stage. The two women were watching the show in their home in Manhuacu, approximately 500 miles away from Sao Paulo. Gabrielle said that he told both women he was well and had just finished eating a carrot.”

They witnessed Soares make his way down the catwalk but did not see him return. The broadcast abruptly ended. “My mother called to find out what was going on, they said that Tales had taken ill and had been hospitalized,” Gomes recalled. Soon after, the family was notified of his death.

Sao Paulo Fashion Week organizers initially considered canceling the remainder of the show, however, the designers and models agreed it would be best to continue the event and honor their friend. Soares’ fellow models paid tribute to him at each show by having a moment of silence and holding signs that said “LUTO” (MOURNING) and “AMOR” (LOVE).

Girlfriend  Fernanda Rosa  also posted tributes online. “Hi my little being full of light and joy, I wanted to go on to say that you will always be in my heart. You took a little piece of each of us, but as always, generous, left a little of yours,” she wrote.

“May God welcome you with open arms! Life is definitely a catwalk, we’re just passing through! Very Sad!” the Sao Paulo Fashion Week organizers posted in Portuguese on Instagram after Soares’ death. “He will be forever in our hearts and memory,” they added.

Brazilian Male Model: Died Heart Attack on the Runway!

26-Year-Old Model Dies on Runway at Sao Paulo Fashion Week

In a shocking incident, a Brazilian male model has breathed his last right on the runway. This may be the first time a model has passed away, right on the runway. He seemed starved and malnourished as well on the stage. The possible reason for death is being said to be a heart attack.

The Brazilian model collapsed on the catwalk during a show on the last day of Sao Paulo Fashion Week, organisers said.

"SPFW has just received the news of the death of model Tales Soares, who suddenly took ill during the Ocksa show," the organization said in a statement, without giving a cause of death. Soares was only 26 years old. Back in 2007, 18 year old Eliana Ramos, a model from a prestigious agency was found dead in her bedroom. Six months ago her sister Luisel also had a heart attack during a catwalk show. It was said that she had eaten nothing but lettuce leaves for three months. In 2010, French model Isabelle Caro had died due to respiratory complications as a result of her anorexia nervosa. Caro was 28.

26-year-old model Soares fell while turning to leave the runway. According to a report in Ottawa Citizen, the Daily Folha de S. Paulo reported that Soares tripped on his shoelace and fell. Reportedly, people in the crowd initially thought his fall was part of a performance. Medics immediately attended to him in front of horrified onlookers, according to local media reports.

"We offer our sincere condolences to Tales' family," it said, while label Ocksa said on Instagram its entire team was "shocked" by the death of Soares, who was signed to Base MGT modelling agency.

Male Model: Tales Soares Died on the Runway!

FASHIONISTAS were horrified when a model strutting down a San Paulo catwalk dropped down dead.

But who was Tales Soares and what caused his sudden death? Here's what we know so far.

“Everything happened so suddenly and unexpectedly. Doctors suspect that Tales might have had a congenital problem. From videos, they believe he died on the catwalk. It was all so fast: he kissed a friend behind the scenes who was following him, walked out confidently as usual, then suddenly stumbled, lost his footing and fell.”

Who was Tales Soares?

Brazilian model Tales Soares, 26, was signed to Base MGT modelling agency.

He was walking for Spanish label Ocksa at San Paulo Fashion Week when he collapsed on the runway on Saturday and  they thought the fall was part of the performance - before security ran on to assist.

He was rushed to Accident and Emergency in Brazil where tragically, he was pronounced dead.Ocksa, whose clothing he was modelling, took to Instagram to express their shock.

They wrote: "All the team of ocksa deeply regrets and is appalled by the news of the death of the model Tales.

"Our sincere condolences to Tales' family and to the local agencies.

"We ask our friends for prayers and good energies in this moment of extreme pain."

How did he die?

San Paulo Fashion Week has not revealed the cause of death but issued a statement which read: "SPFW has just received news of the death of model Tales Soares, who suddenly took ill during the Ocksa show.

Folha Press have reported that he had tripped on his shoelace and fell.

There were also suspicions that he had suffered an epileptic fit due to the way he fell and the fact he was foaming at the mouth.

Doctors have said that he may have suffered from an undiagnosed birth defect.  

The model’s agent, Rogério Campaneli, from MGT Base agency said to FocusOn News: “This has been a shocking series of events that we’re trying hard to piece together. But everything happened so suddenly and unexpectedly.

“Doctors suspect that Tales might have had a congenital problem. From videos, they believe he died on the catwalk.

“It was all so fast: he kissed a friend behind the scenes who was following him, walked out confidently as usual, then suddenly stumbled, lost his footing and fell.”

However an autopsy has revealed he probably suffered from an diagnosed heart disease.

Tragically, the illness remained undetected throughout his short life and this progressed to acute pulmonary edema, (an accumulation of fluid in the lungs) which killed him.

It ruled out the presence of drugs and alcohol in the 26 year old’s body, which supports the family’s unshakeable belief that the promising model lived a clean and healthy life.

And forensic investigators concluded there was no evidence of a crime which means that his death could now be put down to natural causes.

What has Tales Gomes' family said?

Gabrielle Gomes, Tales' sister, said to Brazilian media,  she was unaware of any health problems.

Her brother had regular health check-ups and had no history of epileptic fits or fainting spells.

She said: “Me and my mother (Heloisa) spoke to Tales by video call before the parade and he said he was well and said he had just finished eating a carrot.

“We’re very scared and devastated by what happened. He was very healthy, ate healthy and exercised every day. He did cross fit and yoga.”

Marlon Teixeira: Brazilian Body Beautiful

Born in Itajaí south Brazil, at three and a half years old Marlon Teixeira was diagnosed with cancer in the mediastinum (chest cavity that lies between the lungs). The treatment took more than three years and left a large scar on the back of the boy who since then surrendered to surfing.

Known as Gisele Bündchen of pants, Marlon Teixeira is now the most quoted male model in the fashion industry and one of the highest paid.

Owner of a sculptural body, penetrating look, sex appeal and an intoxicating simplicity, Marlon was introduced in Milan / Paris circuit to 16 years, from where he lifted flights to other places.

Today the boy of the golden body in 7th place in the world ranking of the most requested models, starred a hype full of sensuality to the Canadian brand Dsquared2 in 2013, was the only male model parading for spring / summer collection of iconic Chanel, chosen personally by Karl Lagerfeld also in 2013. This year Teixeira can’t stop, his gorgeous face is already in the campaign of fragrance by Carolina Herrera, in the side of the Gisele Bündchen Brazilian muse.

In fact if Brazil is not so popular as before because of football, certainly the “Yellow-green” models will make Brazil to continue being remembered!

Marlon Teixeira explains 

the Brazilian body beautiful

How would you define Brazilian masculine beauty ? "Brazil is very multicultural and our roots have different origins so it’s impossible to define a specific kind of Brazilian beauty. There are tall blond guys in the south of the country, brown haired guys in the northeast and a plenty of black ones everywhere. We are very mixed and diversity is the most beautiful thing in the country of Brazil." 

What’s the beauty ritual that’s specific to Brazilian men? "I would say a dip in the sea. Brazilian men don’t really have a specific beauty ritual. For guys like me who spend a long time on the beach, I would say sunscreen is a must-have!"

What's the way to get the perfect Brasilian body?"For me, I always try to eat a healthy diet with whole grains, vegetables, and organic fruit when it’s possible. When I'm in Brazil, I try to do Yoga and Pilates. I love being by the sea and surfing and I love running and swimming." What's the way to get a cast iron six pack and buns of steel?"Actually, I'm a lucky guy, with good genes. I've been doing sport since I was young. I got my first surfboard when I was 5 or 6 years old and I used to surf almost every day for hours. It helped me to have this body today. "

The perfect spot for exercising outside in Brazil?"Anywhere by the sea. In my hometown, Praia Brava, in the south of the country, you can find plenty of wonderful places to exercise outside." The best healthy Brazilian recipe?"Açaí, guarana, banana and passion fruit with homemade granola" 

The best healthy Brazilian drink?"A fresh and organic fruit juice or coconut water after surfing." The perfect post-workout meal? "Coconut water" 

The most Brazilian guilty pleasure?"I don't have one. I don't feel guilty regarding food because I have a balanced diet." The ideal Brazilian woman?"It's all about her character; her sense of humor and other aspects of her personality. I love the winners."

The scent that makes you think of Brazil? "The smell of the beach as I grew up by the sea." The 100% Brazilian Instagram account that you stalk "

And the account that inspires you to work out? "For me it would be accounts like @stabmag where I can see kids surfing ridiculously well or guys catching big waves. It makes me feel like I should go and train properly so I can become a great surfer and not die drowning!" 

B&B: Battle of the Forrester Wives!

Bold and the Beautiful writers need a history lesson on OG Stephanie Forrester (Susan Flannery), it seems. Because Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) spouted off a bunch of nonsense this week. As did Eric Forrester (John McCook). Perhaps they and the writers at CBS daytime need to spend some time watching episodes from back in the day with Stephanie versus Brooke. 

Because, about now, Stephanie must be rolling in her grave over the hypocrisy. Check it out.

Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers: Stephanie Forrester Hated Brooke Logan for Decades!

B&B spoilers suspect Stephanie Forrester wouldn’t like Quinn Fuller (Rena Sofer) any more than she did Brooke Logan. Clearly, Eric likes feisty women. However, Bold and the Beautiful‘s trying to rewrite history and the Forrester matriarch’s past. Because she was volatile and truly hated Brooke – until a change of heart at the end of her life.

Now, Brooke Logan said Stephanie Forrester would be “proud of her” for defending her family. But, longtime Bold and the Beautiful watchers know Stephanie had to defend her family from Brooke all those years. In fact, Stephanie slapped, strangled, and threatened to shoot Brooke Logan many times.

Recall, Brooke Logan slept with both Stephanie’s sons and her husband. And had children with her husband and one son. So, Stephanie Forrester despised Brooke for most of their time on the soap together. She nicknamed Brooke the “sl*t of the valley” and constantly tried to get her out of the Forrester’s lives on Bold and the Beautiful. Then right before she died, the two women finally made amends.

Many old school Bold and the Beautiful viewers must have laughed out loud at some of the recent (and very inaccurate dialogue). Particularly when Eric told Quinn that he expects better of his wife – and that his wife would never act that way. As you can see in the wonderful video tweet above from uber-fan Matt Hanvey, Stephanie Forrester was never one to reign in her emotions.

And, if Stephanie was still alive and Brooke Logan came in her house making demands like that, she’d be lucky to leave with just a slap. Because, Eric’s wife, the OG Forrester matriarch slapped men and women. She blackmailed, shot people, and would shove a b**** over a balcony if she needed to. Fans know Stephanie Forrester didn’t play when it came to defending her family.

Last week’s Bold and the Beautiful had Quinn slap Brooke Logan and tell her “Stephanie taught you how to slap? B**** you should have learned that from me”. That was something Eric’s first wife would have done. Quinn’s ready to teach her a lesson. Whether you’re Team Quinn or Team Brooke, this is getting good. And let’s face it – Brooke Logan’s no saint. She’s a man stealer at heart.

Who Would Stephanie Forrester Side With?

On the most recent B&B, Brooke Logan said the two of them didn’t belong there. referring to Shauna and Quinn. But, Stephanie Forrester made it very clear she didn’t think Brooke belonged in her house back in the day. Remember, it was only at the end of Stephanie Forrester’s life that she and Brooke Logan made nice. And at the end of the day, Quinn makes Eric happy. But Stephanie might hate her too.

If you’re new to Bold and the Beautiful, you may take Brooke Logan’s recent dialogue at face value. But, it contradicts the bulk of the history of the CBS sudser. But, even if you’re in the dark about OG Stephanie or have the same amnesia that seems to strike Eric and Brooke, it’s still very juicy drama. And Stephanie Forrester fans know that she was no shrinking violet.

No doubt, we can expect lots more slaptastic drama between Quinn and Brooke Logan. And, it’ll be interesting to see whose portrait’s over the Forrester fireplace when all’s said and done. However, no matter if you’re rooting for Eric’s current wife or ex-wife, is important to know that Brooke Logan’s fuzzy on her history about Stephanie Forrester. And the B&B writers seem to be too.