Tiago Abravanel pays tribute to Silvio Santos on the Domingão program

With the great loss of his grandfather, Tiago Abravanel talks about Silvio Santos in a short tribute on the Domingão program. This Sunday (18), the program aired in a special way to honor the legacy of the greatest communicator in the history of Brazilian TV.

Other artists such as Larissa Manoela, Angélica, César Tralli and comedian Ceará also recalled moments from the presenter's career. They recalled moments when Silvio impacted each of their lives.

Tiago's tribute to Silvio

Tiago Abravanel, Silvio Santos' eldest grandson, opened his heart in a short and profound tribute to his grandfather. Silvio Santos died at the age of 93 due to Bronchopneumonia. Tiago said that he feels privileged to say that Silvio is his grandfather.

The ex-BBB also said that he feels a mix of emotions and a longing that he can't explain. Tiago also recalled Silvio's importance for Brazilian culture. He said that Sunday is a day of joy, and that if people named Sunday as a day of joy, it would be because of Silvio. He finished by mentioning the song that Silvio made years ago.

_{Tiago Abravanel paying tribute to Silvio Santos (Video: reproduction/Instagram/@domingao)}

Death of Silvio Santos

Silvio Santos died at the age of 93, leaving a great sadness in the hearts of his fans and close friends. The presenter died after contracting Bronchopneumonia, caused by the H1N1 virus, which mainly affects the internal structural areas of the lung.

The Albert Einstein hospital where he was admitted for 17 days had the floor isolated where Silvio was, where no one could have access. The presenter's funeral was not open to the public, only for close friends, family and work colleagues. Respecting Silvio's decision while he was alive, his daughters and wife did not hold a wake for the presenter, as he was Jewish and was immediately buried.

Featured photo: Tiago Abravanel alongside his grandfather Silvio Santos (Reproduction/Instagram/@portalestarndo)