Born this way Star Cristina Sanz has died at the age of 36 after suffering sudden cardiac arrest in Long Beach, California.
The reality television personality, who appeared on all four seasons of A&E’s Emmy-winning series that documents the lives of adults living with Down syndrome, died Monday morning, July 6.
His parents, Mariano and Beatriz Sanz, broke the devastating news to their fans in an emotional statement shared through Instagram.
They explained that their daughter suffered a sudden cardiac arrest while attending her regular day program and was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital.
Despite doctors’ best efforts to stabilize his heart, he tragically did not survive the medical emergency. In their announcement, his parents expressed immense comfort at being able to be by his side at the end, adding that his death was a complete shock and completely unexpected.
They promised to forever treasure the gift of a lifetime and carry in their hearts the wonderful “Cristina moments” that she gave them.
Born this way He made his television debut on A&E in 2015.
The groundbreaking series quickly won over critics and audiences with its honest, empathetic and refreshing depictions of the personal accomplishments and daily challenges faced by seven adults living with Down syndrome.
Following the tragic news of his passing, the network paid tribute to the late reality star’s enduring on-screen legacy.
In a formal statement given to the press, Emergencies expressed that they were deeply saddened to learn of the death of Cristina Sanz, noting that she had touched the hearts of many people through her outstanding time in Born this way.
The station expressed its deepest condolences to her family and everyone who had the privilege of knowing her and working alongside her throughout production.
