Born this way Star Cristina Sanz died at the age of 36 following a sudden cardiac arrest in Long Beach, California.
The reality TV personality, who appeared on all four seasons of A&E’s Emmy Award-winning series documenting the lives of adults living with Down syndrome, died Monday morning, July 6.
Her parents, Mariano and Beatriz Sanz, announced the devastating news to fans in an emotional statement shared via Instagram.
They explained that their daughter suffered a sudden cardiac arrest while on her usual day schedule and was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital.
Despite doctors’ best efforts to stabilize her heart, she unfortunately did not survive the medical emergency. In their announcement, his parents expressed immense comfort in 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 cherish the gift of her life and to forever keep in their hearts the wonderful “Cristina moments” she gave them.
Born this way made its television debut on A&E in 2015.
The groundbreaking series quickly won over critics and audiences with its honest, empathetic and refreshing portrayals of the personal achievements and daily challenges faced by seven adults living with Down syndrome.
Following the tragic news of her passing, the network paid tribute to the late reality TV star’s enduring on-screen legacy.
In an official press release released to the press, A&E expressed that they were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Cristina Sanz, emphasizing that she had touched the hearts of many people through her important mandate on Born this way.
The broadcaster expressed its sincere condolences to her family and all those who had the privilege of knowing her and working alongside her throughout the production.
