At just 31, Brazilian influencer Bárbara Jankavski — who gained fame for having 27 surgeries to look like a “Human Barbie” — has died in unclear circumstances. The incident took place during a meeting with a public defender in São Paulo, leading police to open an investigation.
Who Was Bárbara Jankavski?
From São Paulo, influencer Bárbara Jankavski was recognized for her dramatic bid to resemble a Barbie doll. Her transformation into a “real-life Barbie” was achieved through 27 plastic surgeries. She has over 55,000 Instagram followers and over 344,000 TikTok followers thanks to her distinctive persona.Her public persona was built around this carefully crafted image.
What Are the Circumstances of Her Death?
According to reports from CNN Brazil, Jankavski died in the home of a 51-year-old public defender. The man, who has not been publicly identified, told police that he had hired Jankavski for “sexual services.” He stated that during their time together, they consumed an “illicit substance.” The man reported that he later realized Jankavski was not moving while she was sleeping. He called emergency services and attempted life-saving aid as instructed, but she was pronounced dead when officers arrived.
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What Details Are Police Investigating?
The preliminary police report has revealed several grim details that are now under active investigation. Officers noted that Jankavski’s body had a bruise on her left eye and a scratch on her back. A friend of the public defender claimed the bruise was from a fall earlier on the day of her death. The fact that she was found wearing only underwear has also been noted in the report. Authorities are working to determine the exact cause of death and the nature of the substance consumed.
This is a developing story. Updates may follow.
