Pelé was a legendary soccer player who conquered the game. Many football pundits, experts and fans consider him the king of the sport. He came from a humble beginning and rose to stardom. Where and when was Pelé born and raised? Is he still alive? This article documents his biography.
The Legendary striker played for Santos and the Brazilian national team. He was known for his strong shot and goal-scoring abilities on the pitch. We dig deep into Pelé's childhood story, parents, siblings, football career, and death. You will also learn more about his marriage life and children.
Pelé's profile summaryFull name
Edson Arantes do Nascimento
Nickname
Pelé
Birth date
23 October 1940
Date of death
29 December 2022
Height
1.73 m (5' 8")
Weight
67 kg
Hair colour
Black
Eye colour
Dark brown
Profession
Retired footballer
Teams
Santos, New York Cosmos, Brazil national football team
Parents
João Ramos do Nascimento (Dondinho), Dona Celeste
Siblings
Jair Arantes do Nascimento Zoca, Maria Lucia Nascimento
Wife
Marcia Aoki (2016 — 2022), Lemos Seixas (1992 — 2008), Rosemeri dos Reis Cholbi (1966 — 1982)
Children
Kely, Flávia, Sandra, Edson, Jennifer, Joshua, Celeste
Net Worth
$100 million
Social media
Twitter, Facebook
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Football When was Pelé born and when did he die?The legendary footballer was born inTrês Corações, Minas Gerais, Brazil, on 23 October 1940. He grew up in a poor neighbourhood in Bauru, São Paulo estate. He developed his skills playing for various amateur teams barefoot in the streets of Brazil's suburbs.
The Brazilian icon died on29 September 2022 at Albert Einstein Hospital in Sao Paulo, where he was undergoing cancer treatment. His real name was Edson Arantes do Nascimento.
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