Son of Muhammad Ali’s Daughter Overwhelmed With Grief as Legend Passes Away

On October 23, 1940, a child was born to a Brazilian couple by the names of Dondinho and Dona. They had no idea of what their son would transform into. Eighteen years later, their son, Edson Arantes do Nascimento, popularly known as Pele, helped his country to win the FIFA World Cup. He won it twice more after that, in 1962 and 1970. No one has ever before or after accomplished what he has. Sadly, the legend recently passed away, and the entire world is bowing its head in sorrow.

As the entire world pays respect to the football legend, Pele, the grandson of boxing legend Muhammad Ali, sent out a touching post about the football legend’s passing on Instagram. Nico Ali Walsh, the grandson of Muhammad Ali and son of Rasheda Ali, posted a picture of his grandfather and Pele hugging.

Walsh wrote in the caption, “Today we lost an incredible athlete and symbol of peace. I want to give my best condolences to Pele’s family and loved ones. These two friends can now meet again.” 

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Muhammad Ali and Pele are shown in the picture standing on a football field. Ali is standing with a football in his hand as Pele kisses him on the cheek while wearing his iconic number 10 jersey.

How did Pele die? 

The Brazilian athlete had been admitted to a hospital in Sao Paulo on November 29th. He was suffering from colon cancer, and doctors emphasized giving him intensive treatment to avoid kidney or heart failure. His family and friends were constantly praying for his fast recovery. 

However, the 82-year-old passed away yesterday after spending over a month in the hospital. Even though he is no longer with us, his legacy will serve as a constant reminder of the magnificence of this man.

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Pele’s family comes together to bid the legend a farewell

The family of the football legend had assembled at the Albert Einstein hospital to express their sorrow. Pele’s daughter Kelly Nascimento uploaded a photo of her family surrounding her father when he passed away.

She wrote in the caption, “Everything we are is thanks to you. We love you infinitely, rest in peace.” 

Hope the family copes well. May the legend rest in peace.