The legendary athlete from Brazil, whose full name was Edson Arantes do Nascimento, passed away on Thursday in Sao Paulo after a protracted battle with cancer.
Soon after Pele’s daughter and management confirmed the news, prominent football players including Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappe sent their sympathies.
Celebrity condolences were led by supermodel Naomi Campbell, who wrote: “Pele, you were a symbol for us and you showed us that dreams are possible.” You were and always will be ONE OF A KIND, the first athlete to serve as a Unesco goodwill ambassador and a caregiver for the populace.
We are mourning with you today, Brazil, at the passing of YOUR HERO, OUR HERO, and HERO TO THE WORLD. ONE OF THE BEST OF ALL TIME! May you get the HIGHEST rest. My sincere condolences go out to your family and friends. May you enjoy unending serenity. #pele , No. Edson Arantes do Nascimento Goat mythology, king, and more Never forget about #VIVABRAZIL #VIVAPELE. #10 #rip.
With the caption, “Pelé was one of the greatest ever to play the beautiful game,” former US President Barack Obama posted a photo of himself and Pele clutching a Brazilian football shirt. He also recognized the ability of sports to unite people as one of the most well-known athletes in the world.
We are thinking of his family and all those who knew, loved, and admired him.
Dan Walker, a former BBC Breakfast presenter, tweeted: “Some sports stars motivate their teammates.
A generation and occasionally a nation are inspired by some people. Every so often, a unique talent emerges that captures the imagination of every fan on the planet.
I once had the pleasure of interviewing Bobby Charlton, Eusébio, and Johan Cryuff all at the same event in Barcelona, he continued.
When the subject of who was the best player on the planet came up, they all agreed that Pele stood head and shoulders above the others.
“The world shakes a little on its axis when the greatest go,” comedian David Baddiel once quipped. Pele, RIP.
Burna Boy, a Nigerian Afrobeats musician, said: “RIP Pele. A man who leaves behind a lasting legacy that will be remembered ALWAYS.
