MMA fighter Guilherme “Bomba” Vasconcelos dies at the age of 38

Guilherme “Bomba” Vasconcelosan MMA fighter and Bellator competitor who once dated Demi Lovatohas died.

Vasconcelos' family appeared to confirm his death on Tuesday, October 15, via TMZ. He was 38 years old.

Vasconcelos' uncle, Walter Vasconcelos Jr.also shared in a roughly translated statement via Facebook: “Very sad your farewell, Guilherme Vasconcelos! And so far away from us in the USA. My dear nephew, my consecrated godson, father of little Naomi, much loved son of my sister Elisabete Vasconcelos, partner of his brothers Breno and Isabela and our extended family, which today mourns his untimely departure.”

He added: “You pursued your dreams in America as an MMA fighter, Guilherme Bomba, Brazilian champion, but we don't think she would take you on a journey of no return without either of us.” We've been waiting for this that you come to Christmas, that won't happen anymore. Life is a breath and we wake up to this heartbreaking news. What times we live in. We are praying for you! May the God who can receive you in his infinite mercy comfort all who have always loved you!”

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The cause of Vasconcelos' death is unknown.

The martial artist nicknamed “Bomba” has appeared on MMA platforms multiple times throughout his career. According to his Instagram bio, he was also a “fourth degree black belt, professor, fighter, athlete and artist,” as well as a former UFC and TUF fighter. He was also a national and world champion in Jiu Jitsu.

Fans and followers mourned the loss of the Brazilian professional athlete in the comments section of his Instagram posts. His last post, a story shared on Monday, October 14, was a picture of a jiu-jitsu studio.

“Our hearts are broken. We love and miss you, Bomba!!!!! 🕊️ the sweetest man,” one social media user wrote. Another said of

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Although Vasconcelos has made a name for himself as a professional fighter and athlete, he also came into the spotlight after his brief romance with Lovato, 32, in 2017. The couple dated for a few months before calling it quits in May of that year.