Politicians and personalities mourn the death of Abilio Diniz

Businessman Abilio Diniz died at the age of 87. He was admitted to the Albert Einstein Hospital, in São Paulo, and suffered respiratory failure due to pneumonitis.

Politicians and personalities from across the country mourned the businessman's death on Sunday night (18).

Geraldo Alckmin, Vice President of the Republic

I received with great sadness the news of the death of Abílio Diniz, one of the greatest Brazilian businessmen. His vitality, dedication to work and faith in Brazil formed great life lessons. May his example continue to inspire the next generations of entrepreneurs in Brazil.… pic.twitter.com/pE98iktsBt

— Geraldo Alckmin 🇧🇷 (@geraldoalckmin) February 19, 2024

Tarcísio de Freitas, Governor of São Paulo

With great regret, I have just received the news of the death of Abílio Diniz, for whom I always had great admiration. Abílio had a brilliant career not only because of his entrepreneurship but also because of his lifestyle that inspired many people to aspire to his longevity and… pic.twitter.com/Huo7Q3YhSM

— Tarcisio Gomes de Freitas (@tarcisiogdf) February 19, 2024

Arthur Lira, president of the Chamber of Deputies

I lost a friend. The country lost an example of entrepreneur, of competence. He always saw Brazil with optimism, with hope and unbreakable faith in our future. My condolences to family and friends. pic.twitter.com/qqkVixCbic

— Arthur Lira (@ArthurLira_) February 19, 2024

Rodrigo Pacheco, president of the Senate

I deeply regret the death of businessman Abilio Diniz, aged 87, which occurred today in São Paulo. One of the main Brazilian businessmen, he actively participated in the transformations of the productive sector and played a fundamental role in the country's economic and social development.

— Rodrigo Pacheco (@rodrigopacheco) February 19, 2024

Juscelino Filho, Minister of Communications

Brazil loses yet another reference in the business world: businessman Abílio Diniz, who made history with Pão de Açúcar. Also an example of dedication and hope for a better country. May God welcome you into the Kingdom and comfort the hearts of your family and friends in this moment of pain. pic.twitter.com/XPr2hWIyzZ

— Juscelino Filho (@DepJuscelino) February 19, 2024

Bruno Dantas, president of the Federal Court of Auditors

Brazil lost the great Abílio Diniz, but his example of vitality, passion, optimism and faith in human beings will remain in everyone who dreams of a better country. I had the privilege of living and learning from Abilio and his beloved Geyze, and I express my deepest regret to her.

— Bruno Dantas (@DantasBruno) February 19, 2024

Simone Tebet, Minister of Planning and Budget

I received with sadness the news of the death of businessman Abílio Diniz. A Brazilian business leader, a determined man with great contributions to the country. I remember the opportunity I had to be interviewed by him on his program “Caminhos com Abilio Diniz” on…

— Simone Tebet (@simonetebetbr) February 19, 2024

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