Lucy Markovic, a former contestant on Australia’s Next Top Model and an internationally acclaimed model, has died at the age of 27.
The news was shared by her partner via her Instagram Story on Friday morning.
“Dear friends and family, I regret to inform you that Lucy has passed,” the statement read. “She was at peace. Me, her mother and my mother were present with her.
“We ask you to please give us space in these hard times. May Lucy rest in peace.”
Markovic had been battling complications from a brain arteriovenous malformation (AVM), a rare condition involving abnormal tangles of blood vessels that can disrupt blood flow between arteries and veins in the brain. Earlier this week, she underwent emergency surgery but fell into a coma before passing away.
Her management agency, Elite Model Management NYC, also released a heartfelt statement mourning her loss.
“We are heartbroken to share that Lucy Markovic has passed away after a brave battle with a brain AVM,” they wrote.
“Lucy was a bright shining light, and had an incredible dry sense of humour. Her smile and laughter could light up a room, and draw you closer to her. She loved to dance, she really shined.
“Modelling was one of Lucy’s dreams, and we are deeply honoured to have been part of that journey with her. She brought elegance, strength, and beauty to her work. But more than that, she brought herself — her warmth, her laughter, her light.
“To her family and friends, please know that you are in our prayers and in our hearts. We mourn with you, and we celebrate the incredible person Lucy was. We will never forget her.”
Markovic first gained national attention as the runner-up on season nine of Australia’s Next Top Model in 2015 when she was just 17 years old. The Gold Coast local made it to the grand final alongside winner Brittany Beattie. Her time on the show launched a successful international modelling career where she walked for iconic fashion houses like Versace, Givenchy, Dion Lee, and Dolce & Gabbana.
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