Pele is one of the most loved Brazilian soccer star who rose from barefoot poverty to become one of the greatest and best-known athletes in modern history, died at the age of 82, his daughter said on Instagram on Thursday. Family Statement wrote, “Inspiration, love marked the journey of King Pelé, who peacefully passed away today. Love, love and love, forever,”
Abhishek wrote, “As a child my father introduced me to Pelé and his magic. And thus began a lifelong love for football. We had shelves filled with VHS tapes of his and the Brazilian team’s matches. I would religiously watch them with my father. A magician we’ve all been blessed to witness.”
He further added, "A few years ago, whilst visiting India I somehow managed to get an autographed jersey of his. It has pride of placement in my office. Thank you, sir for teaching us about joga bonito and being such a hero and idol to billions. Rest in Peace to the greatest! @pele."
Kareena Kapoor dubbed him a “King” as she took to her Instagram stories to post an old photo of him on the field. Shilpa Shetty wrote in her post, "Legend #Pele. Rest in peace." Vicky Kaushal shared a social media post about what Pele had said on footballer Maradona's death. The post read: "When Maradona died, Pele said he hopes some day he'll ‘play ball with Maradona in the sky’. Pele died on Thursday (November 29) after a protracted fight with cancer, according to a statement the hospital issued upon his passing. It was reportedly a "multiple organ failure" that lead to the death.
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