An influencer has been found dead in her home.
Fernanda Oliveira da Silva, better known as Fernanda Maroca, was a content creator who reviewed cosmetic products and fitness tips.
The 30-year-old was also a prominent politician who served as city president on two occasions.
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She was found dead in her home by family members on Thursday (23 Oct).
Relatives immediately called the emergency services, who arrived at her property in Lago Verde near São Luís, Brazil, but could only confirm her untimely death.
As she was a serving councillor, the city authorities announced a three-day mourning period.
Fernanda was a member of Brazil’s centre-right party Progressistas.
She was first elected as a councillor in 2020.
She went on to serve as president of the City Council from 2021 to 2022 and from 2022 to 2024.
Fernanda was serving her second term as a councillor in Lago Verde at the time of her death, as reported by Need To Know.
A council spokesperson said: “The City of Lago Verde expresses its deepest condolences for the death of Councilwoman Fernanda Maroca, which occurred on Thursday.
“A prominent and respected figure in our community, Fernanda dedicated her life to public service, serving her second term as councilwoman, where she was also president of the City Council for two terms, always with commitment and love for Lago Verde.
“In recognition of her political journey and contributions to the municipality, we decree an official mourning period of three days throughout the territory of Lago Verde.”
The police are currently investigating the cause of Fernanda’s unexpected death.
In her final post on Instagram on 12 October, Fernanda appeared reflective as she posed for snaps next to a lake, apparently a favourite childhood spot.
She said: “Grandpa and grandma talking, and us running around.”
One follower remarked: “I’m shocked by this news, I followed her Instagram for a long time, and now that I’ve seen this news, it feels like a hole has opened up beneath my feet.”
“The passing of such a young and hard-working person is very sad, may God comfort all her family and friends,” added Jefferson.
Moses said: “How sad for such a young, beautiful woman with such a future ahead of her. May God watch over her soul.”
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