Kryst wrote: Turning 30 feels like a cold reminder that Im running out of time to matter in societys eyes and its infuriating.. It affects all genders, races and ages. It seems Cheslie reciprocated those feelings. Medical examiners conducted an autopsy on Monday, January 31, 2022, and a day later Cheslie Kryst's death was confirmed to be a suicide,PEOPLEreported. Sadly, her parents divorced when Cheslie was young and Robert believes that this family dysfunction may have been a contributing factor to her depression and death. "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. Kryst said that her mother, April Simpkins, who was crowned Mrs. North Carolina US in 2002, was the one who inspired her to enter competitions. Cheslie Kryst was 30 when she died. Cheslie Kryst, who won the 2019 Miss USA pageant and worked as a correspondent for the entertainment news television show "Extra," died in New York City on Sunday. She does have a few friends with whom she has posted images on her site, but none of them appear to be romantically involved with her. She cared, she loved, she laughed and she shined. Miss USA 2019 Cheslie Kryst poses for a portrait on Wednesday, May 8, 2019, in New York. The father of the young beauty queen who leaped to her death from a Manhattan high-rise Sunday morning said his daughter was pure, didnt use drugs or alcohol and that it was likely some kind of depression that led her to take her own life. She worked at the brand for nearly four years covering news, features, human interest, evergreen, holiday gift guides and more. Her zodiac sign is Taurus. "But Cheslie was also battling depression, which she hid. Her mother completed pageantry in her childhood and crowded North Carolina US. Her death shocked many in the industry, as many knew her for her bright smile and upbeat . "In the six months between my win and my departure for the Miss USA competition I completed nearly 50 appearances/events, continued to work full time as an attorney, did photoshoots, visited sponsors, and had the time of my life! ", Chillingly, Cheslie shared a photo of herself onInstagramjust hours before her death with the caption, May this day bring yourest and peace.. She is the second born of her parents. Organize, control, distribute and measure all of your digital content. View our online Press Pack. I always look up to her and ask her for her advice. Our deepest condolences to all her family and friends.". Her family confirmed the news in a statement to TODAY, reading in part, "In devastation and great sorrow, we share the passing of our . I think it had a lot to do with family dysfunction, but it will be awhile before we can talk more. The New York City Medical Examiner confirmed that she died by suicide. On January 30 of this year, the model and Extra! correspondent took her own life after a lengthy struggle with depression. Cheslie Kryst, a former Miss USA winner, attorney, and correspondent for Extra, died Sunday morning at age 30. She cared, she loved, she laughed and she shined, the statement continued. One heartbreaking post Kryst shared in December 2019 stunned fans, however, with some commenting it was a "premonition.". Cheslie Kryst's family released a new statement Wednesday on the eve of what would have been the former Miss USA's 31st birthday. Many thanks to my family and friends for supporting me while I studied this summer (I hated every moment of it). "Did you see any preliminary signs?" Here, we take a look at the star's parents as her family and fans mourn Cheslie's death and pay tribute to her life. After her win, Kryst became a New York correspondent for "Extra," with two Daytime Emmy Awards nominations for her work. Kryst was found by policeat about 7:15 a.m. Sunday on the ground outside the Orion condominium building at 350 W. 42nd St., where she lived on the ninth floor. Months earlier, Cheslie had told me the exact same thing: Her mother washerbest friend, King wrote in Tuesday's heart-rending piece. According to Simpkins, January was not her daughter's "first suicide attempt," as Kryst has "attempted suicide before," according to her mother. In her private life, she was dealing with high-functioning depression which she hid from everyone including me, her closest confidant until very shortly before her death. For other inquiries, Contact Us. She was an attorney and later worked as a correspondent for Extra after winning the title. She was alone when she jumped from an open terrace on the 29th floor that morning. John Lamparski/Getty Images Former Miss USA Cheslie Kryst wrote a revealing essay last year ahead of her 30th birthday. She detailed her struggle with the relentless tick of time and being enamored with 20 under 20 and 30 under 30 lists that linked achievement to being young and successful. Kryst had reportedly left everything to her mother in a note before her death. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Cheslieembodied love and served others, whether through her work as an attorney fighting for social justice, as Miss USA and as a host on EXTRA, her family continued. (Photo by Andy Kropa/Invision/AP) 2019 Invision John Lamparski/Getty Images, FILE Former Miss USA and 'Extra' correspondent Cheslie Kryst dies at 30 By Good Morning America April Simpkins, the mother of former Miss USA and "Extra" correspondent Cheslie Kryst, said her 30-year-old daughter was dealing with depression at the time of her death. by Kristin Myers Posted on April 29, 2022 at 11:30 am. Too often, Black people suffer in silence, the way Kryst did, because of structural and systemic barriers to mental healthcare. April is the mother of popular television presenter, model, and a beauty pageant titleholder who was also crowned as Miss USA 2019, Cheslie Kryst. The former Miss North Carolina was crowned Miss USA in May 2019 The mother of Cheslie Kryst will join Jada Pinkett Smith, Willow Smith and Adrienne Banfield-Norris at the red table on Wednesday. She was an attorney and later worked as a correspondent for Extra after winning the title. Maybe there was some other foul play? 598K followers. While pursuing law, Kryst also competed in pageants and was eventually crowned Miss USA 2019. Again people will talk about how important mental health is and then trash talk each other, tear each other down.. its sad how young people are giving up on life. Cheslie Kryst's family confirmed the star's tragic passing. Her mother's name is April Simpkins. . Three months after Miss USA 2019 Kryst's death, PEOPLE has an exclusive first look at her mother April Simpkins' upcoming episode of Red Table Talk, where she discusses the events leading up to Kryst's death by suicide at age 30. A former Miss USA beauty pageant winner jumped to her death from her luxury Midtown high-rise apartment building Sunday, police said. ", "I was in middle school, and I was in a really awkward stage," Kryst continued. Following Cheslie's death, a statement from the Kryst family read: "In devastation and great sorrow, we share the passing of our beloved Cheslie. Suicide is a vital health concern in the U.S. Feb 03, 20225:01 PM. Grow your brand authentically by sharing brand content with the internets creators. There were "more than two and half times as many suicides" in the US than there were homicides, according to the report. The coroner ruled Cheslies death a suicide, but as with all such cases, police will investigate it. She also revealed where she stored her handbags, purses, belts, and jewelry. "But most importantly, as a daughter, sister, friend, mentor and colleague - we know her impact will live on. Cheslies family sent a statement toExtradescribing her as an inspiration to others. Former Miss USA Cheslie Kryst jumped to her death on Sunday morning, just hours after a positive Instagram post. co-host Willow Smith asks Simpkins. Cheslie kryst with Harnaaz Sandhu, at Miss Universe. "It's finally official!! While it may be hard to believe, its true. "And he told us endless stories of his body-building days.". The foil quote Girls just want to be CEO and what appears to be a pageant photo can be seen near her desk. Our deepest condolences to all her family and friends., My heart is heavy writing this, Rest in peace Cheslie. In a statement, Kryst's family recently said, "Public memorial plans have been announced for Cheslie Kryst, Miss USA 2019, attorney and 'Extra' correspondent, who passed away Jan. 30 . Cheslie was pronounced dead afterfalling from her high-rise apartmentin New York City. Prior to joining PEOPLE, Diane worked at Bustle, VH1 and Complex. She filmed most of her clips in the second bedroom which she used as an office and closet. 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", Chillingly, Cheslie shared a photo of herself onInstagramjust hours before her death with the caption, May this day bring yourest and peace.. Krysts family released a statement after her death. "In devastation and great sorrow, we share the passing of. But most importantly as a daughter, sister, friend, mentor, and colleague we know her impact will live on., Hours before her death, Kryst uploaded achilling post on Instagramof herself captioned: May this day bring you rest and peace.. Just before her death, Kryst had been seen on a terrace of . #CheslieKryst pic.twitter.com/z6O5TGpzkG, Autumn Childress (@achildresstv) January 31, 2022, Autumn Childress tweeted, Woke up still with this heavy on my spirit. For people ages 10 and 34, suicide was the "second leading cause of death" and the fourth for individuals ages 35 to 54. 1 Cheslie Kryst died after falling from a New York high-rise apartment on January 30, 2022 Credit: Getty Cheslie Kryst, the 2019 winner of the Miss USA pageant and a correspondent for the entertainment news program Extra, has . April Simpkins and Rodney Kryst are the parents of four children Their children's names are Cheslie Kryst, Page Kryst, Asa Kryst, and Chandler Kryst. The ex Miss USA winner penned a heartbreaking piece about turning 30 where she discussed her struggles with aging, her work ethic, and her search for purpose. Those four organizations include: Her parents have also asked that no one should seek to profit from the use of Cheslies name, likeness, image, or memory without prior authorization from her estate.. 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