NICO FILHOTE/JUNINHO

We know this news has come as a shock and it's clear Nico will be deeply missed by all those who had the pleasure to meet him.

His loving and caring nature along with his infectious smile and handsome looks will never be replaced. He was always unapologetically himself at all times and 100% ran to the beat of his own drum. His super creative mind never ceased to amaze all of those around him, and we know that he will live forever in our hearts.

We invite you to share your memories, stories, and photos of Nico below. Your words and reflections will help keep his spirit alive and offer comfort to everyone who loved him.

We also know this is an incredibly difficult time, and grief affects each of us differently. Please remember to take care of yourselves and one another as we navigate this loss as a community.

For those of you coming to the ceremony and the celebration of Nico's life after, we look forward to seeing you. For those who cannot make it in person, there will be a live stream of the service available below. A recording will also be made available for anyone who wishes to pay their respects in their own time.

As you can imagine, Nico’s family in Brazil are grieving deeply, and we are raising funds to support them during this heartbreaking time. If you would like to make a donation in his memory, the GoFundMe link can be found below. For those who have already donated — thank you. Your support means the world to Nico’s family.