Humorist Janny Andrade dies in Macapá at age 53

Jânio Andrade, the Brazilian humorist, influencer, and radio personality known as Janny Andrade, has died in Macapá, Amapá, at the age of 53. He was taken to the South Zone Emergency Care Unit (UPA) on Monday but did not survive.

Reports shared by family, friends, and fans suggest he suffered a cardiorespiratory arrest following asphyxiation due to aspiration. Andrade was widely recognized in the Amapá region for his viral catchphrases, such as ‘Guá!’ and ‘Josieeeel’, and worked as a radio host for the program Fala Comunidade on Forte FM.

Approximately one year ago, Andrade underwent bariatric surgery, losing over 30 kilograms. While he had faced various health complications and hospitalizations in the months following the procedure, there has been no official confirmation establishing a direct link between the surgery and his death.