BRAZILIAN INFLUENCER, 23, FOUND DEAD AT HOME AS POLICE LAUNCH INVESTIGATION — DAUGHTER OF WEALTHY SOCIALITE LEAVES FAMILY AND FRIENDS HEARTBROKEN

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL — A rising fashion influencer has tragically died at just 23 years old, leaving family, friends and followers searching for answers after she was found dead at her home.

Victória Motta e Motta Zammit, widely known online as Vivi Motta, was found dead on November 9 in an upscale neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

The young influencer was the daughter of Brazilian socialite and fashion designer Anna Vitória Motta and Maltese businessman Mark Zammit.

Her sudden death has prompted an investigation by Rio de Janeiro Civil Police, who are working to establish exactly what happened.

As of November 13, authorities have not publicly disclosed her cause of death.

A YOUNG WOMAN WITH BIG DREAMS

Vivi had built a growing online presence, attracting more than 31,000 followers on TikTok through her fashion, beauty and lifestyle content.

Her videos offered glimpses into her daily life in Brazil, showcasing outfits, personal style and her passion for fashion.

But social media was only one part of her life.

Alongside creating content, Vivi was also studying law, pursuing two interests that she described as complementary rather than competing.

In an interview with The Code Rio, she explained that studying law had helped her become more analytical, curious and attentive to detail.

Fashion and content creation, meanwhile, gave her the freedom to express her creativity, experiment with ideas and tell stories in her own way.

For a young woman building both an academic and creative future, her sudden passing has left those who knew her devastated.

POLICE INVESTIGATE HER MYSTERIOUS DEATH

Following the discovery of Vivi’s body on November 9, Rio de Janeiro Civil Police confirmed that an investigation had been opened.

In a statement, authorities said investigators were working to clarify the circumstances surrounding her death.

However, officials have not released a public explanation of what happened, and no cause of death has been confirmed.

Her Instagram account was subsequently deactivated, while her TikTok account was made private.

The circumstances have left friends and followers with unanswered questions as they await further information from investigators.

HEARTBREAKING TRIBUTES POUR IN

As news of Vivi’s death spread, tributes began appearing from friends and prominent members of Brazilian society.

Socialite Narcisa Tamborindeguy, a family friend, remembered the young woman as an angel who was deeply loved.

Speaking about the loss, she expressed her sadness and emphasized how young Vivi was.

Friend Roger Rangel also shared an emotional tribute, writing:

“There are farewells that reason cannot comprehend and pains that words will never be able to express.”

Brazilian television presenter Márcia Goldschmidt was among those who also expressed condolences and sent support to the grieving family.

A FINAL FAREWELL

Family members and close friends gathered at the São Francisco Xavier Crematorium in Rio de Janeiro on November 11 to say their final goodbyes.

Mourners wore white T-shirts featuring Vivi’s photograph as they came together to remember her life.

A farewell message shared in connection with the ceremony offered a particularly touching tribute:

“Just like fairies, I leave a little bit of my magic in every heart I’ve touched. Now it’s time to spread my wings and fly off on new adventures, taking with me enchanted little memories and lots of love.”

The words reflected the affection those closest to her wanted to preserve.

At just 23, Vivi had been balancing university studies with a growing career in fashion and social media.

Her life ended before many of the dreams she had shared with her followers could become reality.

For now, her family and friends are left mourning a young woman whose future held so much promise.

Meanwhile, police continue investigating the circumstances surrounding her death. The cause remains undisclosed.