Marcelo Bianconi
Brazilian sports journalist (1956–2025)
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Marcelo Gomes Bianconi (1956 – August 17, 2025) was a Brazilian journalist, reporter and sports commentator.
Died (aged 69)
Mococa, São Paulo, Brazil
CitizenshipBrazilian
OccupationsSports journalist, reporter, sports commentator
Marcelo Gomes Bianconi | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1956 |
| Died | (aged 69) Mococa, São Paulo, Brazil |
| Citizenship | Brazilian |
| Occupations | Sports journalist, reporter, sports commentator |
| Years active | 1986–2012 |
| Employer(s) | Band, Rede Globo, SporTV, ESPN Brasil, TV Cultura, RedeTV! |
| Known for | Sports journalism, reporting, commentary |
| Notable work | Show do Esporte coverage of Formula 1 and Campeonato Brasileiro Série A |
| Relatives | Miguel Bianconi (nephew) |
| Awards | Bola de Ouro |
Life and career
Bianconi began his sports journalism career at the age of 19, still studying journalism. He was a sports reporter at Band, participating in the house's sports programs, such as Show do Esporte, where he worked for 10 years.[1] He had a brief stint at TV Globo and SporTV, and worked for seven years at ESPN Brasil and TV Cultura.[2]
He covered Formula One, the Brazilian Championship and other sports.[3]
Death
Bianconi died from cancer on August 17, 2025, at the age of 69.[4]