Cheslie Kryst’s Mom Speaks Out After Daughter’s Death: 'Never Known A Pain As Deep As This'
03.02.2022 - 20:47
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Cheslie Kryst’s mother, April Simpkins, is opening up about her unimaginable loss.
In an emotional tribute shared on Instagram Wednesday, the momma and former beauty pageant queen shared a series of photos with her daughter, reflecting on the painful experience of losing a child so suddenly. April began:
Our hearts break thinking of her loss.
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As reported, authorities confirmed Cheslie died by suicide on Sunday morning after jumping from a condominium building in New York City. Addressing the former Miss USA’s cause of death, the fitness enthusiast expressed:
Whoa… Just a reminder that mental health issues can affect everyone and that you never know what someone is dealing with privately. Trying to hold on to all the positive things the Extra correspondent did in her 30 years, Simpkins added:
The mother of six went on to pen a tear-jerking message to her “baby girl,” sharing:
The family has asked for donations to be made to Dress for Success, “an organization that was dear to her heart,” instead of flowers. The non-profit organization provides professional clothes to low-income women to help them reach success in their job search and interview process. What a great cause.
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April concluded:
Check out the mother-daughter duo in sweet throwback photos (below).
Kryst was inspired to begin her pageantry journey after watching her momma win Mrs. North Carolina in 2002. She was the second Black woman to hold the title, according to the Charlotte Observer. Following in her footsteps, Cheslie won the same