Former Toddlers & Tiaras Star Kailia Posey Has Passed Away Of Suicide

Tragic news Kailia Posey, best known for her time on the TLC show Toddler’s and Tiara’s and her viral meme, took her own life at the age of just 16….

Melanie Day

Updated May 5, 2022 2:56 PM EDT

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Tragic news Kailia Posey, best known for her time on the TLC show Toddler's and Tiara's and her viral meme, took her own life at the age of just 16. Her family released the heartbreaking news in a statement.

Posey's family said, "Although she was an accomplished teenager with a bright future ahead of her, unfortunately, in one impetuous moment, she made the rash decision to end her earthly life."

According to her family, the frequent pageant winner and contortionist had already received touring job offers. She had also just made her high school cheerleading team. Kailia had dreams of working in the entertainment industry while simultaneously pursuing a commercial pilot's license. Her family says she had a lifelong love of aviation.

According to TMZ who first broke the story, Kailia Posey died Monday in Washington.

If you or someone you know is thinking of suicide, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK.

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Former Toddlers & Tiaras Star Kailia Posey Has Passed Away Of Suicide

Tragic news Kailia Posey, best known for her time on the TLC show Toddler’s and Tiara’s and her viral meme, took her own life at the age of just 16….

Melanie Day

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