German Netflix star bodybuilder, 44, collapses and dies 'while on gym treadmill' a day after tragic last selfie

German Netflix Star and Bodybuilder Vittorio Pirbazari Dies Suddenly at 44

In a shocking turn of events, German Netflix star and bodybuilder Vittorio Pirbazari has died at the age of 44. The actor, recognized for his role in “Dogs of Berlin,” reportedly collapsed in a gym while on a treadmill. This tragic incident occurred just one day after he shared a poignant final selfie on social media.

Sudden Demise Confirmed by Fellow Actor

Vittorio Pirbazari, aged 44, best known for portraying a villain in the series “Dogs of Berlin,” passed away on Monday. The sorrowful news was confirmed via Instagram by fellow actor and filmmaker Said Ibrahim, a close friend and colleague.

Ibrahim expressed his grief, announcing the passing of his friend and recalling Pirbazari as having “a soft heart like a ten-year-old.” According to Ibrahim’s statement, it is suspected that Pirbazari might have suffered a heart attack while using the treadmill. However, this remains unconfirmed.

Recent Surgery and Health Journey

Earlier this year, in January, the Netflix personality shared a series of photos from a hospital, revealing he had undergone surgery. He detailed that his right pectoral muscle had been torn and required surgical reattachment.

Pirbazari kept his 90,700 Instagram followers updated on his recovery. Prior to his untimely death, he had also survived a serious car accident that hindered his progress.

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Despite the severity of the car crash, Pirbazari survived, albeit with a fractured vertebra, tissue damage, and requiring stitches in both legs.

Return to Gym and Final Social Media Post

After a 12-week hiatus from training post-accident, Pirbazari made his return to the gym on March 23rd. On Sunday, March 29th, just a day before his death, he posted what would tragically become his last selfie.

Accompanying the image, he wrote about his physical condition: “My current form after 12 weeks without exercise or much exercise. Of course, it’s no comparison to before, but I’m on the right track given the circumstances.”

Tributes and Unanswered Questions

The comments section of his final post has been inundated with tributes from fans and messages of condolence for the beloved star.

Details surrounding his death are still unclear. German law enforcement has yet to release an official statement regarding the cause of Pirbazari’s sudden death.

Fitness Background and “Dogs of Berlin” Fame

Before his acting career, the 44-year-old was a member of the Hardgainer Crew, a well-known group of successful fitness YouTubers. His YouTube channel once boasted over 200,000 subscribers, although he had ceased creating videos some years ago.

Pirbazari’s fame extended beyond the fitness community when he appeared in the 2018 Netflix series Dogs of Berlin.

A particular photograph from the filming of Dogs of Berlin, showing Pirbazari in his role as Daher Tarik in a confrontation with a police officer, gained significant traction online and went viral.

Leaving Behind Loved Ones

Vittorio Pirbazari is survived by his girlfriend and young son, who was born in 2020.