Young social media star dies suddenly at family dinner

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Social media influencer and content creator Carol Acosta, popularly known as Killadamente, has passed away at the age of 27.

The news of her passing was announced by her sister Katyan through an emotional Instagram post. She shared a photograph of herself with the Dominican Republic-born influencer, both wearing bright smiles.

“I love you sister and I will always love you,” Katyan wrote on her Instagram Story. “I give thanks to God for giving me a sister like you with your big heart. Rest in peace my sister.”

Influencer Carol Acosta, known online as Killadamente, has died at age 27. https://t.co/WFJGE3tPZ0

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While unofficial sources indicate that Acosta may have choked on food during a family dinner at a restaurant on January 3, the exact circumstances of her death have not been officially confirmed.

Later, Katyan expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support in another emotional post. “To all the people who are sending me messages of condolences, I want to thank you a lot for being there and for your support. And thank you also for supporting my sister while she was still alive.”

The Acosta family issued a formal statement addressing her passing: “On January 3 our dear Carolar better know as Killadamente passed away. The Acosta Gonzalez family shares its pain with everyone who knew her.”

The statement continued, “At her young age she managed to help thousands of people through her work but on this occasion we unite and ask for your help in making sure she has the farewell she deserves. If it’s within your possibilities we would appreciate a contribution however small to help go towards funeral costs and help her family and children overcome this enormous loss.”

At the time of her death, Acosta had amassed an impressive following of 6.7 million on Instagram, where she was recognized for championing body positivity. Beyond her social media presence, she had ventured into music, releasing her first song “Me Amo y No Me Importa” (“I love myself and I don’t care”) in 2017.

Acosta is survived by her two daughters, Reina and Legend.