Model Jeremy Ruehlemann suddenly dies at age 27

Gianni Simpson, a childhood friend of Jeremy Ruehlemann, was the first to let the world know that something bad had happened to the young model.

A native of New Jersey, Ruehleman passed away on Sunday, January 22 at the age of 27. It's unclear what caused his death.

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The model's friend said goodbye with a heartfelt message. "We both met each other at a young age of 15 & 17... I can’t thank you enough for the friendship and love you gave me the last passed 10 years brother," Gianni Simpson wrote.

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It's a moving goodbye that emphasizes their friendship, their common past, and their eternal bond. It does not, however, explain how Jeremy Ruehlemann could die at such a young age.

Pending confirmation, the causes of the young model's death remain a mystery.

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Jeremy Ruehlemann was among the most sought-after, acclaimed, and beloved models in the United States.

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For a while, he combined his Psychology studies with his career as a model, but in 2017 he decided to abandon his degree and focus on his career in fashion. He got it right.

In a short time, Jeremy Ruehlemann became a star in the industry, working with brands such as Macy's, Zara, Superdry, Atelier Cillian, Nick Graham, and Christian Siriano.

Christian Siriano was one of the many friends who gave Jeremy a last goodbye on social media.

"He was one of my muses and he always will be," the designer said on Instagram. "He inspired me and I will love him forever. I’m sending all my love to his family and friends who lost someone so special. I know we will meet again one day but right now I just want to hug him."

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Christian Siriano was not the only celebrity who said farewell. In fact, Jeremy Ruehlemann left behind many friends in the fashion industry.

Ken Downing, creative director of Halston, told his Instagram followers that he was heartbroken by the sad news. He illustrated his message with heartbreak emojis.

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"Goodbye Sweet Jeremy R. I. P. Jeremy Ruehlemann," Downing wrote. "Love to your family who you adored, as much as they love and adored you. I am heartbroken."

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Particularly melancholic was the message of model Lexi Wood to her friend. They always hung out together as a duo with the nickname Jexi, which gives an idea of their degree of friendship.

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"He’s my soulmate, my best friend, my support, my family, my light, my love, my twin flame… I could go on and on because he was so special," Lexi Wood wrote. And she finished with a heartfelt "Jexi forever."

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As a painful coincidence of fate, one of Jeremy Ruehlemann's most visible tattoos was the following phrase: 'I Will Never Die.' And he probably won't, in the hearts and memories of his loved ones.

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