Carol Acosta, a beloved influencer and mother of two, has passed away at the age of 27.
Known online as Killadamente, Acosta tragically died on Saturday while dining with her family at a New York restaurant. Her sudden passing has left fans and followers devastated.
One heartbroken fan shared: “Carol, you were more than an influencer—you were a beacon of hope and self-love for so many of us. Your words taught me to embrace my flaws and celebrate my body. Thank you for everything you gave us. Rest in peace, queen.”
Another added: “It’s hard to believe that someone with such a bright spirit could be taken so soon. Your laughter, energy, and positivity will live on in the hearts of everyone you touched.”
A third tribute read: “I’ve followed you since the beginning, and you’ve inspired me every single day. Your strength and confidence helped me overcome so much. My heart is broken, but I’ll always carry your lessons with me. Fly high, angel.”
Acosta’s impact on her community was profound, and her legacy of strength and positivity will continue to inspire many.
The heartbreaking news was confirmed by Carol Acosta’s younger sister, Khatyan, who shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram.
Posting a photo of the two of them smiling together on an airplane, Khatyan wrote: “I love you, sister, and I will always love you. I give thanks to God for blessing me with a sister like you, with your big heart. Rest in peace, my sister.”
In an emotional follow-up video, Khatyan tearfully expressed her gratitude to Acosta’s fans for their overwhelming support.
“To all the people sending me messages of condolences, I want to thank you deeply for being there and for your support,” she said. “And thank you also for supporting my sister while she was still alive.”
Carol Acosta, who garnered 6.6 million Instagram followers for her empowering messages and body positivity advocacy, was a beacon of inspiration for many. She courageously shared her experiences with childhood bullying due to her weight, encouraging her audience to embrace self-love and challenge societal beauty standards.
Acosta, a devoted mother of two, tragically passed away after reportedly choking on her food, which led to cardiorespiratory arrest. Her family is awaiting autopsy results to confirm the exact cause of death.
A cousin of Acosta, originally from the Dominican Republic, spoke about the devastating loss, telling LBC: “I know everyone wants to know what happened, but we still aren’t too sure and are awaiting the post-mortem results.
“All I know is that she was having dinner as normal, then began to choke and have difficulty breathing. She had an attack of some kind, was taken to the hospital, but they couldn’t save her.”
Acosta’s legacy of strength, positivity, and self-acceptance will continue to resonate with the millions she inspired.
