Preta Gil, a Brazilian singer, actress, presenter, and cultural activist, died at the age of 50 on July 20, 2025, in New York, United States, after a two-year battle with intestinal cancer. She had been undergoing experimental treatment in New York in the weeks leading up to her death. Preta Gil was the daughter of renowned Brazilian musician Gilberto Gil, who announced her passing and requested privacy during this difficult time. The family is arranging for the repatriation of her body to Brazil. Her funeral took place on July 25, 2025, at the Theatro Municipal in Rio de Janeiro, with a public viewing and a cortege following the ceremony. The event was attended by numerous family members, friends, and notable figures from the Brazilian cultural and entertainment sectors, including her son Francisco Gil, presenters Ana Maria Braga, Xuxa, and public figures such as the Minister of Culture Margareth Menezes. Preta Gil left a lasting legacy in Brazilian culture, known for her artistic versatility and activism. The family confirmed that her body would be cremated after the funeral service.