German Bodybuilder & Actor Passes Away at 44 After Collapsing on Treadmill Vittorio Pirbazari, Known for Netflix’s Dogs of Berlin, Dies Suddenly
Renowned German bodybuilder and actor Vittorio Pirbazari tragically passed away at the age of 44 on Monday after suffering a fatal collapse while running on a treadmill at the gym.
Fellow actor and filmmaker Said Ibrahim broke the devastating news on Instagram with an emotional video tribute. While the official cause of death has not yet been confirmed, Ibrahim suggested that Pirbazari may have suffered a heart attack.
“Rest in peace my brother vito
Pirbazari initially rose to prominence in the fitness industry due to his imposing muscularity and sculpted aesthetics, which led to his breakout role in Netflix’s Dogs of Berlin. Leveraging his chiseled physique and commanding presence, he cultivated a strong following on social media, amassing over 90,000 dedicated followers on Instagram.
Prior to his untimely passing, Pirbazari had been recovering from a severe pectoral tear, an injury that had sidelined his weight training regimen. He underwent reconstructive surgery to repair the torn muscle and adhered to a strict 12-week rehabilitation protocol before planning his return to heavy lifting and hypertrophy training.
“For now, I’m happy to be back in the gym and put all the focus on leg training and cardio.
Trying intervals on the treadmill right now, but since my legs are not 100% healed yet, I’m taking it slowly.
The important thing for me is only one thing, not to give up and let go and to get better day by day, week by week 💪🏼”
Recent Tragedies in the Fitness Community
Pirbazari’s sudden passing follows a series of unfortunate deaths within the fitness and combat sports world. Just recently, Nigerian boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju collapsed mid-fight and later passed away. The tragic incident occurred during a bout where Olanrewaju collapsed in the ring between rounds. Despite immediate intervention by the referee and medical personnel, he was transported to Bukom Boxing Arena’s medical facility, where he succumbed to his condition within 30 minutes of arrival.
Another heartbreaking loss was that of bodybuilder and fitness influencer Kim Woong Seo, who passed away on February 3rd. Seo was known for his exceptionally conditioned physique, gaining widespread recognition for his aesthetic development and muscular symmetry. His presence on social media platforms, including Instagram (where he boasted over 43,000 followers) and YouTube, earned him a dedicated fanbase within the fitness and bodybuilding community.
Pirbazari was among the many elite fitness athletes who successfully transitioned into acting, using his powerful build and remarkable musculature to captivate audiences both in front of the camera and within the bodybuilding industry.
