Quick Info
| Profession | Homemaker |
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| Nationality | Portuguese |
| Birthplace | Porto, Portugal |
| Date of Birth | 26/06/1996 |
| Age | 30 years |
Latest News about Rute Cardoso
03/07/2025
Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva tragically died in a car accident in Zamora, Spain. The crash occurred when their Lamborghini veered off the road due to a tire blowout, killing both men instantly. Rute Cardoso was left widowed just days after their wedding.
22/06/2025
Rute Cardoso and Diogo Jota married in a private ceremony in Porto, Portugal. The couple, who had been together since their teenage years, celebrated their wedding just 11 days before Diogo's tragic death.
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Bio/Wiki
| Information | Rute Cardoso hails from Porto, Portugal. She met footballer Diogo Jota during high school and they began dating in 2012. Rute supported Diogo's career while he played for various clubs, including FC Porto, Wolverhampton, and Liverpool. She is the widow of the late footballer Diogo Jota, who passed away in a car accident in July 2025, just days after their wedding. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 6" (168 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Hazel Brown |
| Hair Color | Medium Golden Blonde |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Marketing Graduate |
Personal Life
| Religion | Christianity |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married (Widowed) |
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| Affairs/Boyfriends | Diogo Jota (2012-2025) |
| Engagement Date | July 2022 |
| Marriage Date | 22/06/2025 |
| Marriage Place | Porto |
Family
| Siblings | Sister - LÃdia Cardoso |
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| Children | 2 Sons (Dinis, Duarte), 1 Daughter |
Career
| Overview | Rute is primarily known as a homemaker, dedicating her life to her family while supporting her husband, Diogo Jota, throughout his football career. She is a marketing graduate who chose to focus on her family and support her husband's professional journey. |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/rutecfcardoso14/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Rute Cardoso met Diogo Jota during high school and they started dating in October 2012. | |
| 2. She relocated with Jota as his football career progressed, adapting to various cities. | |
| 3. Rute announced her first pregnancy in August 2020, with their first son born in February 2021. | |
| 4. They welcomed their second child in March 2023 and a third baby in late 2024. | |
| 5. In October 2023, Rute defended Diogo on Instagram after a controversial match incident. | |
| 6. Tragically, Diogo Jota passed away in a car accident in July 2025. | |
| 7. Rute enjoys traveling, fitness activities, and sharing her adventures on social media. | |
| 8. She is also an animal lover and owns three pet dogs. | |
| 9. Rute engages in adventurous activities like parasailing and horse riding. | |
| 10. She drinks alcohol occasionally. |