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·17 April 2026

BBB host and Oscar's brother bid farewell to idol, Flamengo legends too

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Tadeu Schmidt, from Globo, posted an emotional message to his brother Oscar

Oscar Schmidt, the greatest basketball player in Brazil’s history, has died at the age of 68. A former Flamengo player, the eternal ‘Holy Hand’ was honored by the club. In addition, the legend’s brother, Tadeu Schmidt, host of Big Brother Brasil (BBB) on TV Globo, published an emotional message to his longtime partner.

“My greatest idol! My biggest role model! The greatest example of dedication and love for the profession! What an incredible story you wrote, my brother! Rest in peace,” wrote Tadeu. Because of Oscar’s passing, Globo is considering pulling the journalist from hosting BBB over the next few days.

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View this photo on Instagram A post shared by Tadeu Schmidt (@tadeuschmidt)

WHAT DID FLAMENGO WRITE?

Oscar played for Flamengo from 1999 to 2003 and won two Rio state titles, in 1999 and 2000, in addition to the silver medal in the 2000 Brazilian Championship. Wearing the shirt, he played 219 games and scored 7,241 points (an average of 33 points per game). The Most Beloved, of course, paid tribute to the former player.

“Clube de Regatas do Flamengo deeply regrets the passing of one of the greatest idols in the history of our basketball team and of world sport: Oscar Schmidt. The eternal Holy Hand honored the Sacred Jersey with his brilliance, passion, and unforgettable shots, making history at Gávea and filling the Rubro-Negro Nation with pride. His immense legacy transcends the court and will inspire generations forever. Our most sincere condolences to his family, friends, and all fans in this moment of immense pain. Rest in peace, legend.”

SO, WHAT DID OTHER FLAMENGO IDOLS SAY?

The player who wore Flamengo’s Sacred Jersey the most times in football, Maestro Junior, made a point of sending a message in tribute to Oscar. The two met in Europe, when both played for Italian teams in the 1980s.

View this photo on Instagram A post shared by Leovegildo Lins Gama Junior (@junior_maestro_5)

“Here’s a guy I was already a huge fan of before I met him over in Italy! During the winter, he, who played for Casertana, and I, for Pescara, would go with our families to Rocarasso, a ski resort. There, I got to talk with him a few times about life as an emigrant and the sacrifices, especially for the family, during that period of our lives! I always admired his grit and his contagious will to win,” Junior began. “When he came to play for Flamengo, even winning the 1999 and 2002 Rio State Championships, I was immensely happy to see him wearing the Flamengo jersey. He leaves a wonderful legacy for the basketball world on and off the court. That number 14 he wore with the sacred jersey was honored from the first practice to the last game. A brilliant spell, and I’m sure he will shine in another plane,” wrote the Maestro.

Known as the ‘God of Grit’ of Flamengo basketball, Olivinha also spoke about Oscar. The rubro-negro idol even played with Schmidt early in his career and acknowledged that he learned a lot from Brazil’s greatest basketball player.

“IDOL! I had the honor and privilege of playing and winning a title alongside this LEGEND of our basketball! He was a teacher to me, and I carried all of his lessons throughout my entire career. Thank you for everything, big Schmidt! Rest in peace!” said Olivinha.

View this photo on Instagram A post shared by Marcelinho Machado (@4marcelinho)

Another Flamengo idol, Marcelinho Machado, wrote: “Rest in peace, idol! Thank you for everything!” Meanwhile, Baixinho Romário praised Oscar’s achievements in basketball and the importance of ‘Holy Hand’ to the sport in the country.

“I received with sadness the news of the passing of our Holy Hand, Oscar Schmidt. World and Pan American basketball champion and Olympic points record-holder. A reference for talent, dedication, and a will to win that always impressed. My condolences to his family, friends, and everyone who admired this great idol. May God comfort everyone’s hearts at this time,” commented the former striker.

View this photo on Instagram A post shared by Romário (@romariofaria)

SO WHAT WAS THE CAUSE OF OSCAR’S DEATH, AFTER ALL?

In short, Oscar fell ill on the morning of this Friday (17) and was quickly taken to the hospital. ‘Holy Hand’ suffered cardiorespiratory arrest and did not survive. Therefore, Coluna do Fla mourns Schmidt’s death and stands in solidarity with the pain of the legend’s family and fans.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.

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