Tales Soares: Male model dies at São Paulo Fashion Week Published duration 28 April 2019

image copyright Getty Images image caption Tales Soares was taken to a hospital but could not be revived

A 26-year-old male model has died after collapsing on the catwalk at São Paulo Fashion Week.

Tales Soares was taking part in a show for the brand Ocksa when he fell. He was taken to a hospital but could not be revived.

The audience initially thought it was part of the show. Models looked on in horror as firefighters rushed to his aid and carried him from the stage.

"We're sorry for their loss and send our deepest condolences to Tales' family," the statement said, adding they were providing "all necessary assistance at this sad time".

Footage circulating on social media shows Soares walking to the end of the catwalk and turning back before staggering and falling.