Arturo Gatti Jr., the teen son of Canadian boxing legend Arturo Gatti has tragically passed away at the age of 17. Arturo Gatti Jr. was found inside an apartment in Mexico where he lived with his mother. Gatti Jr. had been training hard to follow his father’s path in the sport and the news of his tragic death comes nearly 16 years after his father’s mysterious death in Brazil.
“It’s with a heavy heart that I have to say,…. R.I.P. to 17-year-old ARTURO GATTI JR. who was found hanging in an apartment in Mexico yesterday. The same way they found his Father dead in an apartment in Brazil 16 years ago. My condolences to Arturo Gatti Seniors – Mom, Sisters, Brothers, and his daughter Sophia,” Chuck Zito wrote on his page Wednesday.
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Arturo Gatti Jr was living in Mexico with his mother, Amanda Rodrigues and he was found dead inside an apartment on October 7, 2025. According to French-speaking Canadian network TVA Nouvelles, he was discovered by someone close to the family. The news quickly spread on social media and through boxing circles.
Authorities in Mexico have not released an official report yet. Police say the case is still under investigation. Until now, no final cause has been confirmed by officials.
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TMZ reported Wednesday that “it’s not clear if foul play is suspected.” The teen had aspired to take up boxing like his father.
In an erring similarity, Arturo Gatti, who won world titles in the International Boxing Federation and the World Boxing Council, was found dead in July 2009 by his wife, Amanda Rodrigues Gatti, in a rented Brazilian residence. He was 37 years old.
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Rodrigues Gatti came under suspicion and was taken into custody before being released but his death was later ruled as a suicide, according to ESPN. Gatti was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2013. Many fans and experts continue to suspect that foul play may have been involved. Now, following his son’s tragic death, the lingering mystery surrounding the Gatti family has resurfaced.
Arturo Gatti Jr wanted to become a professional boxer. He often shared training videos online. He once appeared in a training clip with Mike Tyson. Earlier this year, he was scheduled to compete in Mexico, but the match was ultimately canceled. Despite his young age, he had already inspired many with his deep passion for the sport.
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How did Arturo Gatti Jr. die?
In an Instagram post announcing the teen’s death, the former bodyguard of the elder Gatti described a chilling scene that mirrored the late boxer’s death, which was ruled a suicide. More than the death, the circumstances surrounding the event have sent a fresh wave of shock through the global boxing community.“It’s with a heavy heart that I have to say,…. R.I.P. to 17-year-old ARTURO GATTI JR. who was found hanging in an apartment in Mexico yesterday. The same way they found his Father dead in an apartment in Brazil 16 years ago. My condolences to Arturo Gatti Seniors – Mom, Sisters, Brothers, and his daughter Sophia,” Chuck Zito wrote on his page Wednesday.
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Arturo Gatti Jr was living in Mexico with his mother, Amanda Rodrigues and he was found dead inside an apartment on October 7, 2025. According to French-speaking Canadian network TVA Nouvelles, he was discovered by someone close to the family. The news quickly spread on social media and through boxing circles.
Authorities in Mexico have not released an official report yet. Police say the case is still under investigation. Until now, no final cause has been confirmed by officials.
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Arturo is gone, says his coach
Moe Latif, who reportedly coached Gatti Jr., also verified reports Wednesday in an Instagram Story. “It is unfortunately not a rumor or a joke,” the message read. “Artruro is gone. I’d appreciate if you stop reaching out at this time.”TMZ reported Wednesday that “it’s not clear if foul play is suspected.” The teen had aspired to take up boxing like his father.
In an erring similarity, Arturo Gatti, who won world titles in the International Boxing Federation and the World Boxing Council, was found dead in July 2009 by his wife, Amanda Rodrigues Gatti, in a rented Brazilian residence. He was 37 years old.
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Rodrigues Gatti came under suspicion and was taken into custody before being released but his death was later ruled as a suicide, according to ESPN. Gatti was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2013. Many fans and experts continue to suspect that foul play may have been involved. Now, following his son’s tragic death, the lingering mystery surrounding the Gatti family has resurfaced.
Arturo Gatti Jr wanted to become a professional boxer. He often shared training videos online. He once appeared in a training clip with Mike Tyson. Earlier this year, he was scheduled to compete in Mexico, but the match was ultimately canceled. Despite his young age, he had already inspired many with his deep passion for the sport.
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