MMA legends mourn the death of Glória Maria: 'Eternally grateful'

Glória Maria interview Wanderlei Silva, in 2003, in Japan. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @alonsopvt

Targets of the historical report promoted by Glória Maria, who passed away this Thursday (2), Wanderlei Silva e Rodrigo Minotauro paid their respects to the legend of journalism. Interviewed by the reporter in 2003, in Japan, the athletes gained national recognition in an article that highlighted the highlights of the extinct Pride. The work was linked to 'Fantástico' and helped to normalize MMA in Brazilian territory.

Icon of the extinct event that dominated 'vale-tudo' in the early 2000s, Wanderlei Silva used his Instagram account to address Glória's death.

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“Go with God, friend Glória Maria. Mission Accomplished. Thank you very much for what you did for our sport, going to Japan and showing us to the world. A woman ahead of her time”, published 'Wand'.

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Another Pride legend, Rodrigo Minotauro did not fail to pay tribute to the communications star.

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“A unique person, who we had the pleasure of meeting and who will always be in our hearts and memories. Thank you for everything, Gloria. We will always be grateful, my friend Glória Maria. Because you were with us from the beginning, experiencing great moments, believing in people, overcoming barriers and prejudices, and showing our sport to Brazilians”, wrote Minotauro.

Featured in iconic interviews with Freddie Mercury, Michael Jackson and Mick Jagger, Glória was battling lung cancer. The journalist passed away at the age of 73 and leaves an impeccable legacy in Brazilian communication.

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