Careca: key obituary facts
Is Careca dead? Yes. Careca died on June 29, 2026, at age 82.
Cause of death: Careca's cause of death was reported as Cancer.
What was Careca known for?
He was a Brazilian association football player.
More about Careca
Careca, the Brazilian footballer known formally as Jesus Carlos da Silva, died on June 29, 2026, at the age of 82.
Born in Baldim on September 26, 1943, he played as a goalkeeper and was part of Brazil’s squad for the 1975 Copa América. He made his name with Atlético Mineiro, where he recorded 90 goals conceded in 166 matches and was noted for having the club’s lowest goals-against average among its goalkeepers.