FORMER Miss USA Cheslie Kryst passed away aged 30 on Sunday, January 30, 2022.
Friends and family have taken to social media to honor the late attorney, media personality, and pageant queen.
Was Miss USA 2019 Cheslie Kryst married?
Cheslie Kryst was not married.
She never publicly dated anyone, and was not known to share her relationship status with fans or the media.
Prior to her death, Cheslie seemed to be focused on expanding her career.
The daughter of former Mrs. North Carolina – April Simpkins – began her pageantry career as a teenager, following in her mother's footsteps.
In 2013, Cheslie earned her Bachelor's degree for Marketing and Human Resource Management, followed by a Juris Doctor and Master's of Business Administration four years later.
She won the title of Miss North Carolina in 2019, after several attempts of landing in the top ten at the competition.
Cheslie was crowned Miss USA the same year, and went on to compete in the Miss Universe pageant.
The civil litigation attorney took time off from her law career to fulfill her duties as Miss USA.
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Also in 2019, Cheslie began her career as a New York-based correspondent for ExtraTV, a position that brought the star two Emmy Award nominations.
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What has been said about Cheslie Kryst?
Cheslie Kryst was found dead outside of her New York City apartment around 7am ET on Sunday, January 30, 2022.
Following her sudden death, tributes began pouring out to honor the late, multitalented Cheslie.
Former Miss South Carolina, MaKenzie Divina, wrote on Instagram: "Cheslie I hope you knew how loved you were.
"I can never begin to understand how you were feeling but what I can rest with is knowing the amazing person you were and how your legacy will continue on forever," the post continued.
"The impact you had on so many people including myself was incredible. You left people better than you found them. The world will never be the same without you. I'll love you forever… Until we meet again Cheslie."
ExtraTV host, Billy Bush, also took to his Instagram to pay tribute to Cheslie, writing: "She was positive, hardworking, fun and of course beautiful."
"Always dancing in between takes. This is a complete shock to all. We are left with great sadness because the best was definitely yet to come for this special person."
Renee Bargh, also of ExtraTV, referred to Cheslie as "The sweetest, kindest, smartest woman I’ve ever met," via Instagram Story.
"Devastated & shocked," she continued.
"We lost a beautiful bright light."
What happened to Cheslie Kryst?
The 30-year-old former Miss USA passed away from an apparent suicide.
Cheslie's family announced her death in a statement, writing: "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," the statement continued.
"But most importantly as a daughter, sister, friend, mentor and colleague – we know her impact will live on."
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
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