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Walter Michiels (62), Known as Pico From 'F.C. De Kampioenen', Died After Euthanasia

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Former actor Walter Michiels has passed away. His family confirmed this to VRT. He became hugely popular for his role as Pico Coppens in 'F.C. De Kampioenen', but was subsequently marked primarily by addictions and mental health problems. Walter suffered from an incurable disease and chose euthanasia. He was 62 years old.

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Former FC de Kampioenen actor Walter Michiels passed away on Thursday morning at the age of 62. After an incurable brain tumor was diagnosed in April, the former actor opted for euthanasia. His request was granted at AZ Turnhout in the presence of his family. This is reported by Nieuwsblad.

·Amsterdam, Netherlands (Kingdom of the)
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Former actor Walter Michiels has passed away. His family confirmed this to VRT. He became hugely popular for his role as Pico Coppens in 'F.C. De Kampioenen', but was subsequently marked primarily by addictions and mental health problems. Walter suffered from an incurable disease and chose euthanasia. He was 62 years old.

·Antwerp, Belgium
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Actor Walter Michiels, who became known as Pico in the popular Flemish series FC de Kampioenen, passed away on Thursday at the age of 62. The Fleming chose euthanasia shortly after a brain tumor was discovered.

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De Morgen broke the news in Antwerp, Belgium on Thursday, April 30, 2026.
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