Arturo Gatti Jr. dies at 17 in shocking circumstances similar to father’s death

Arturo Gatti Jr., the 17-year-old son of late boxing legend Arturo Gatti, was found dead in his apartment in Mexico

Arturo Gatti Jr., the teenage son of late boxing legend Arturo Gatti, has died at just 17 years old.

The young fighter was reportedly found dead in his apartment in Mexico earlier this week, in a tragic incident that mirrors the mysterious circumstances surrounding his father’s death 16 years ago.

The news was first shared by actor and former bodyguard Chuck Zito, who posted a heartfelt message on social media announcing the teen’s passing. “It’s with a heavy heart that I have to say, R.I.P. to 17-year-old Arturo Gatti Jr., who was found hanging in an apartment in Mexico yesterday,” Zito wrote. “The same way they found his father dead in an apartment in Brazil 16 years ago.”

Authorities have not yet confirmed details about the cause of death or whether foul play is suspected. The tragedy has reignited discussion about the ongoing mystery surrounding Arturo Gatti Sr.’s 2009 death, which was initially ruled a suicide but has long been questioned by family, fans, and boxing experts who believe he may have been murdered.

Born in Montreal in 2008, Gatti Jr. was following in his father’s footsteps as a rising boxing talent. Known for his dedication and passion for the sport, he had begun training and competing in amateur circuits, hoping to honor his father’s legacy inside the ring.

Arturo Gatti Sr. remains one of boxing’s most beloved figures, remembered for his relentless fighting style and immense heart. Fans across the world are mourning this new tragedy, sending condolences to the Gatti family during this heartbreaking time.