This article contains information that many people will find upsetting.
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out for help and contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255, text HOME to 741741, or visit SpeakingOfSuicide.com/resources.Former Miss USA Cheslie Kryst has died at the age of 30.
As reported by the New York Post, the 2019 Miss USA pageant winner and lawyer reportedly jumped to her death from her Midtown 60-story Orion building at around 7:15AM on Sunday morning.
Sources say she was found dead by those passing by below.
Kryst's family has since released a statement on her passing, saying: "In devastation and great sorrow, we share the passing of our beloved Cheslie.
"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."
"Cheslie embodied love and served others, whether through her work as an attorney fighting for social justice, as Miss USA, and as a host on EXTRA. But most importantly, as a daughter, sister, friend, mentor and colleague — we know her impact will live on. As we reflect on our loss, the family asks for privacy at this time."
Kryst's work as a correspondent for Extra earned her two Daytime Emmy nominations in the Outstanding Entertainment News Program category.
Extra has since shared a statement on her passing, writing in a tweet: "Our hearts are broken. Cheslie was not just a vital part of our show, she was a beloved part of our "Extra" family and touched the entire staff. Our deepest condolences to all her family and friends."
Per Insider, Kryst was also a complex litigation attorney who worked pro bono. She helped clients who had served excessive sentences for low-level drug offenses.
A source informed the New York Post that Kryst left a note detailing her wishes that her possessions would be left to her mother.
Our thoughts are with Kryst's family, friends, and fans at this time.
Once again, if you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out for help and contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255, text HOME to 741741, or visit SpeakingOfSuicide.com/resources.
