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cakegirl · 01-29-2009, 04:13 PM

From GracieMag Master Helio Gracie has passed away

Master Helio Gracie has passed away

Jiu-Jitsu loses its icon

It is with great sadness that GRACIEMAG.com announces the passing of Grandmaster Helio Gracie. At 95 years of age, the great icon and one of those most responsible for Jiu-Jitsu’s success in Brazil and the world died this morning, at Beneficencia Portuguesa Hospital, in Petropolis, mountain region of Rio de Janeiro.

“I created a flag from the sport’s dignity. I oversee the name of my family with affection and nerves of blood,” said the Professor, as his last worlds.

The Master will be buried this Thursday afternoon, at 5 pm, at the Chapel of the Petropolis municipal cemetery.

Helio Gracie’s last public appearance occurred in December of last year, during a belt-promotion ceremony held by Gracie Humaita at the Guanabara Yacht Club.

In October, Helio Gracie celebrated his 95th birthday at the Gracie Humaita academy, in Rio de Janeiro. Click here to see how the party went.

In one of his most famous interviews, published in the special 100th issue of GRACIEMAG, the professor had declared: “I’ve already told my sons that when I die I want there to be a party. No drinking, no debauchery.”

All workers at Gracie Publishing, the company responsible for GRACIEMAG, NOCAUTE and GRACIEMAG.com are in mourning and express their condolences and sadness to the bereaved family, his wife Vera, sons Rorion, Relson, Rickson, Rolker, Royler, Royce, Rherica, Robin and Ricci.

We will be back with more information shortly.

**Hardball** · 01-29-2009, 05:07 PM

Thanks for posting. This is big news. One can only admire a family such as the Gracies. Jiu Jitsu and Martial arts have lost an Icon. RIP Grandmaster Gracie.

Voltage · 01-29-2009, 05:44 PM

RIP. What a contribution!

fire cobra · 01-29-2009, 05:51 PM

RIP Grandmaster Helio.

Tim McFatridge · 01-31-2009, 01:50 AM

My respect and best wishes to the family, friends and students of Grandmaster Helio. His family is my prayers. Rest In Peace

Sagacious Lu · 01-31-2009, 06:58 AM

I'm very sorry to hear this, but at the same time I can't help but be in awe of the life the man led. I'd go so far as to say that he was the most influential martial artist since Kano. RIP.

Jujujason · 02-01-2009, 11:34 PM

The world has lost a great master, but I'm sure that he's in a better place.

**Hardball** · 02-02-2009, 08:29 PM

Hey, this question just came up with one of my students. Who is the successor to GM Helio Gracie? Rickson, Royce, Rorion? Who will become the new Grandmaster of Gracie Jiu Jitusu? Thanks.

Sorry if this is an inappropriate question. I know the Gracie family is still greiving but if someone has inside knowledge to the above question I would appreciate it.

Again, Condolences to the GM Of Gracie Jiu Jitsu. Rest in Peace.

Tant01 · 02-02-2009, 09:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hardball

Hey, this question just came up with one of my students. Who is the successor to GM Helio Gracie? Rickson, Royce, Rorion? Who will become the new Grandmaster of Gracie Jiu Jitusu? Thanks.

Sorry if this is an inappropriate question. I know the Gracie family is still greiving but if someone has inside knowledge to the above question I would appreciate it.

Again, Condolences to the GM Of Gracie Jiu Jitsu. Rest in Peace.

Rorion Gracie is the eldest son of Hélio Gracie and holds a 9th degree black belt (or "red belt" in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu) He was promoted on October 27, 2003
He also owns the BJJ triangle trademark...

**Hardball** · 02-02-2009, 10:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tant01

He also owns the BJJ triangle trademark...

What does that mean?

**Hardball** · 02-02-2009, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tant01

Rorion Gracie is the eldest son of Hélio Gracie and holds a 9th degree black belt (or "red belt" in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu)

What Degree are Royce and Rickson?

chillaplata · 02-03-2009, 12:49 AM

RIP Grandmaster Helio

chillaplata · 02-05-2009, 05:54 PM

Grandmaster Helio's thoughts on dying, as quoted on this blog:

Quote:

Helio Gracie quote from Bloody Elbow:

Why fear death? I don't need anything, I don't have anything, I don't want anything. I think it's silly for somebody to be scared of dying. One should be afraid of being born. I have already told my children when I die I want a party, with no alcohol, no hell raising [general laughter]. But I want a party with music, food... I don't know if you guys believe in reincarnation, but we all go and come back until the day we no longer have to return. My brother [Carlos Gracie, already deceased] used to say the fellow only stops returning to Earth when he mingles with the Whole. Even when you're thinking just a little bit wrongly, you come back to continue evolving. Hell, my friends, is right here on Earth.

01-29-2009, 04:13 PM	#1 (permalink)
cakegirl Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: under a pebble Posts: 881 Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts	RIP Grandmaster Helio Gracie From GracieMag Master Helio Gracie has passed away Master Helio Gracie has passed away Jiu-Jitsu loses its icon It is with great sadness that GRACIEMAG.com announces the passing of Grandmaster Helio Gracie. At 95 years of age, the great icon and one of those most responsible for Jiu-Jitsu’s success in Brazil and the world died this morning, at Beneficencia Portuguesa Hospital, in Petropolis, mountain region of Rio de Janeiro. “I created a flag from the sport’s dignity. I oversee the name of my family with affection and nerves of blood,” said the Professor, as his last worlds. The Master will be buried this Thursday afternoon, at 5 pm, at the Chapel of the Petropolis municipal cemetery. Helio Gracie’s last public appearance occurred in December of last year, during a belt-promotion ceremony held by Gracie Humaita at the Guanabara Yacht Club. In October, Helio Gracie celebrated his 95th birthday at the Gracie Humaita academy, in Rio de Janeiro. Click here to see how the party went. In one of his most famous interviews, published in the special 100th issue of GRACIEMAG, the professor had declared: “I’ve already told my sons that when I die I want there to be a party. No drinking, no debauchery.” All workers at Gracie Publishing, the company responsible for GRACIEMAG, NOCAUTE and GRACIEMAG.com are in mourning and express their condolences and sadness to the bereaved family, his wife Vera, sons Rorion, Relson, Rickson, Rolker, Royler, Royce, Rherica, Robin and Ricci. We will be back with more information shortly. __________________

01-29-2009, 05:07 PM	#2 (permalink)
Hardball Premiere Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 3,791 Groans: 0 Groaned at 1 Time in 1 Post	Thanks for posting. This is big news. One can only admire a family such as the Gracies. Jiu Jitsu and Martial arts have lost an Icon. RIP Grandmaster Gracie. __________________ The Way of the Warrior is Practice. Daily practice, accumulate practice minute by minute, hour by hour and day by day. {Book of 5 Rings} Calendar year 2009 Crunch Challenge. 39,800/73,000 Calendar Year 2008 Final Crunches 54,000

01-31-2009, 01:50 AM	#5 (permalink)
Tim McFatridge Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Waco, Tx. Posts: 309 Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts	My respect and best wishes to the family, friends and students of Grandmaster Helio. His family is my prayers. Rest In Peace __________________ Tim McFatridge Integrated Submission Grappling JKD Kali Association - www.jkdkali.com

01-31-2009, 06:58 AM	#6 (permalink)
Sagacious Lu Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Liangshan Marsh Posts: 1,310 Groans: 1 Groaned at 2 Times in 2 Posts	I'm very sorry to hear this, but at the same time I can't help but be in awe of the life the man led. I'd go so far as to say that he was the most influential martial artist since Kano. RIP. __________________

02-02-2009, 08:29 PM	#8 (permalink)
Hardball Premiere Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 3,791 Groans: 0 Groaned at 1 Time in 1 Post	Hey, this question just came up with one of my students. Who is the successor to GM Helio Gracie? Rickson, Royce, Rorion? Who will become the new Grandmaster of Gracie Jiu Jitusu? Thanks. Sorry if this is an inappropriate question. I know the Gracie family is still greiving but if someone has inside knowledge to the above question I would appreciate it. Again, Condolences to the GM Of Gracie Jiu Jitsu. Rest in Peace. __________________ The Way of the Warrior is Practice. Daily practice, accumulate practice minute by minute, hour by hour and day by day. {Book of 5 Rings} Calendar year 2009 Crunch Challenge. 39,800/73,000 Calendar Year 2008 Final Crunches 54,000

01-29-2009, 05:44 PM	#3 (permalink)
Voltage Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 15 Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts	RIP. What a contribution!

01-29-2009, 05:51 PM	#4 (permalink)
fire cobra Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: north east england Posts: 809 Groans: 1 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts	RIP Grandmaster Helio.

02-01-2009, 11:34 PM	#7 (permalink)
Jujujason Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: The greater Los Angeles area. Posts: 159 Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts	The world has lost a great master, but I'm sure that he's in a better place.

02-03-2009, 12:49 AM	#12 (permalink)
chillaplata Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 213 Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts	RIP Grandmaster Helio

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