Alysha Burney, a social media star with over five million followers on platforms such as TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, passed away at the age of 24. The news was confirmed by her brother, Charles Burney, through an emotional message on Instagram on March 10, where he expressed his sadness over the loss of his younger sister.
According to him, Alysha died after suffering an asthma attack while sleeping during a vacation in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, on March 2, just one day before her 25th birthday.
Who was Alysha Burney?
Alysha, who had graduated in Digital Media Production from the University of Central Missouri, gained popularity on social media by sharing parodies of the show Bad Girls Club, which allowed her to accumulate millions of followers, especially on TikTok, where she had 2.5 million followers.
Her creativity and passion for connecting with her community made her very beloved among her fans.
In his message, Charles also referred to the rumors and misinformation that arose around Alysha’s death, clarifying that his sister did not use drugs and was always a positive person focused on her goals.
“Alysha was a happy and loving person who appreciated her life and looked forward to the plans for the following year,” he commented.
The family requested respect and privacy during this difficult time, asking for speculations to stop and for the necessary time to be allowed for mourning. Despite her departure, Alysha’s legacy will endure among those who knew her and admired her for her talent and personality.