Shocking: The 10 Most Tragic Influencer Deaths In 2023
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Justyn Vicky
Justyn Vicky, a fitness influencer and bodybuilder, passed away on July 15 in a gym accident. He was lifting a heavy barbell, and it fell on his neck while he was working out at The Paradise Gym in Sanur, Bali. The barbell caused a serious injury to his neck and head, leading to his tragic death.
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Jo Lindner
Jo Lindner, a popular fitness influencer, passed away on June 30 from an aneurysm, as shared by his girlfriend Nicha on Instagram. He had been experiencing neck pain. An aneurysm is when a blood vessel weakens and bulges, and it's dangerous. Lindner, also known as "Joesthetics" on social media, had a massive following of 8.9 million people. He used to post about his workouts and meals regularly.
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Luana Andrade
Luana Andrade, a 29-year-old Brazilian influencer and reality TV star, sadly passed away on November 7. 2023 after having complications during a two-and-a-half-hour liposuction surgery at São Luiz Hospital in São Paulo. While undergoing the procedure, she suddenly had trouble breathing, leading to a cardiac arrest. The medical team tried to revive her, but the hospital later revealed she had a serious blood clot. They moved her to the ICU for treatment, but she didn't make it.
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Raechelle Chase
New Zealand bodybuilder and fitness influencer Raechelle Chase, 41, passed away in October, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of inspiration. Her daughter confirmed the news in a heartfelt statement. With 1.4 million Facebook followers, Chase was known for motivational posts about fitness and single motherhood. Her daughter, Anna Chase, expressed deep grief, saying, "I miss her immensely, and that love won't ever fade."
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Britney Murphy
Influencer Britney Murphy, 35, recognized online as ThatGirlBritneyJoy, and her mother, Sherie Smith, 53, lost their lives in a crash. The tragic incident occurred in June 2023 when a pickup truck collided with their car while they were en route to a Juneteenth celebration.
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Annabelle Ham
American YouTuber Annabelle Ham, 22, passed away from an "epileptic event" on July 15, 2023 as confirmed by her family in an Instagram post. Annabelle, known for lifestyle and beauty content, had over 78,000 YouTube subscribers and more than 107,000 followers on Instagram and TikTok. Her family mentioned her struggle with epilepsy and her wish to raise awareness about the condition.
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Juliana Rocha
Juliana Rocha, a 25-year-old makeup influencer from Brazil, has passed away. Her family confirmed her death on August 25, 2023. According to the New York Post, she used to regularly post tutorials on makeup, fashion, nails, and haircare. The family shared the news on her Instagram account, stating, "It is with deep regret and sadness that Juliana Rocha's family informs you, her audience and people who loved her, that she has died." Juliana had stopped sharing posts two months prior to her passing.
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Larissa Borges
Larissa Borges, a well-known 33-year-old fitness influencer from Brazil, passed away on August 28 due to two heart attacks. The cause is uncertain, but investigators suggest she might have been intoxicated during the first heart attack. She was hospitalized on August 20 after the initial cardiac arrest, spent a week in a coma, experienced a second heart attack, and unfortunately did not survive.
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Vanessa Mancini
Popular influencer Vanessa Mancini, aged 41, has passed away from a 'massive heart attack' at her home in Manaus, Brazil, on November 6. 2023 as confirmed by her family. The incident occurred in her luxury condo with her parents present. Despite calling for medics, Vanessa showed no vital signs upon their arrival. Her family later confirmed her passing on Monday morning. Vanessa, who documented her life and travels on Instagram, had nearly 30,000 followers.
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Adriana Thyssen
Adriana Thyssen, a well-known fitness influencer from Brazil, sadly passed away at the age of 49 on September 17, 2023 due to a health condition that hasn't been disclosed. She was famous for losing a significant amount of weight and had a large following on Facebook (1.7 million fans) and Instagram (600,000 followers). The news of her passing was shared by her cousin on Drika Store's Instagram page, a clothing store owned by the influencer.