Miss USA 2019 Cheslie Kryst Dead at 30: Olivia Culpo, Lauren Zima and More Pay Tribute
usmagazine.comA heartbreaking loss. Miss USA 2019 Cheslie Kryst was found dead in New York City on Sunday, January 30. She was 30 years old.The Michigan native’s family confirmed the news in a statement to CNN on Sunday. “In devastation and great sorrow, we share the passing of our beloved Cheslie,” her loved ones noted. “Her great light was one that inspired others around the world with her beauty and strength.
She cared, she loved, she laughed and she shined.”According to the New York City Police Department, the Extra correspondent died by apparent suicide after jumping from her apartment building.
In her final Instagram upload, Kryst wrote, “May this day bring you rest and peace.”The Daytime Emmy nominee was crowned Miss North Carolina USA in 2019, going on to represent the state at the Miss USA competition in Reno, Nevada, that year.
After her win, Kryst placed in the top 10 at the 2019 Miss Universe pageant.“We are devastated to learn about the loss of Miss USA 2019 Cheslie Kryst,” a tweet from the Miss Universe pageant read on Sunday. “She was one of the brightest, warmest, and most kind people we have ever had the privilege of knowing.
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