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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
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Gabriel Ganley, Brazilian bodybuilder known for 500-kilogram leg press, dies at 22: All we know

Brazilian bodybuilder and fitness influencer Gabriel Ganley, popularly known online as “Bbzinho,” has died at the age of 22, leaving the fitness world in shock. Sponsor Integralmédica confirmed the tragic news on May 23, calling him their “eternal bbzinho.” While the official cause of death has not yet been revealed, unverified speculation surrounding possible hypoglycemia has circulated online.

Born in Rio de Janeiro, Gabriel Ganley had become one of Brazil’s fastest-rising fitness personalities, building a massive following of nearly two million Instagram followers through intense workout videos, bodybuilding updates, and his energetic online persona. His popularity exploded after a viral video showed him performing a staggering 500-kilogram leg press, turning him into a recognizable figure beyond hardcore bodybuilding circles.

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