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Death of Jorge Kahwagi Macari

Overview

Jorge Kahwagi Macari, a Mexican figure known for his careers in politics, professional boxing, and television, died on September 30, 2026, at the age of 58.

Kahwagi served as a federal deputy for the Partido Verde Ecologista de México and later presided over the Nueva Alianza party from 2007 to 2011. He also gained media attention as a participant in the reality show Big Brother VIP. In sports, he was an undefeated cruiserweight boxer holding international titles from the WBC and WBO.

His death was confirmed by friend Roberto Palazuelos. Following his passing, actor Leonardo García revealed that Kahwagi had been battling various health issues for approximately seven years, including infections and colon-related complications. During this time, he reportedly fell into a coma on two separate occasions. His death was attributed to a stroke and subsequent cardiac arrest.

Reports indicate his health had been impacted by previous medical procedures, including a surgery where he contracted a bacterium and various aesthetic operations, such as a high-risk iris implant. His passing occurred approximately six months after the death of his father, businessman Jorge Kahwagi Gastine.

Entities

Roberto Palazuelos · Jorge Kahwagi Gastine · Jorge Kahwagi Macari · Nueva Alianza · Leonardo García

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Jorge Kahwagi passes away at 58 after long health battle

    Actor Leonardo García revealed that businessman and former politician Jorge Kahwagi died at 58 following a stroke and cardiac arrest after a seven-year battle with various health issues.

  2. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Jorge Kahwagi dies at age 58

    Mexican businessman and former boxer Jorge Kahwagi Macari has died at age 58. His death follows a period of privacy and health complications related to previous medical procedures.

  3. [CULTURE] 74 sources
    Jorge Kahwagi Macari dies at 58 after career in politics and boxing

    Mexican businessman, former federal deputy, and professional boxer Jorge Kahwagi Macari has died at age 58. He was a notable figure in politics, sports, and reality television.

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