**This Week’s Celebrity News: Heartbreaks and Controversies**
This week, we heard some very sad news. A contestant from “America’s Got Talent” (AGT) tragically passed away at just 17 years old.
In other news, Taylor Swift faced heavy criticism for a “trashy” outfit she wore to an NFL game.
We also learned about the chilling last words of the Titan Submersible crew before they lost contact, which gave us all a scare.
Additionally, a ballerina from “Dancing with the Stars” died at only 29, and Michael Jackson’s brother has passed away as well.
On a lighter note, Jennifer Aniston’s dress at the 2024 Emmy Awards sparked a lot of reactions from fans and critics alike.
Let’s dive into these unforgettable stories from this week.
**Emily Gold’s Heartbreaking Passing**
Emily Gold, a 17-year-old dancer from Los Osos High School, was a recent contestant on “America’s Got Talent.” Sadly, she passed away just weeks after her stunning performance on the show. Fans and friends are mourning the loss of such a young talent.
Stay tuned for more updates on these stories and others making headlines this week.
**Tragic Details Surrounding Emily Gold’s Death**
The San Bernardino Coroner’s Office has confirmed that Emily Gold passed away by suicide on the night of September 13. She was found along the eastbound 210 freeway in Rancho Cucamonga, California, at 11:52 p.m.
According to California Highway Patrol Public Information Officer Rodrigo Jimenez, officers responded to reports of a pedestrian in the carpool lane.
“When the officers arrived, they found a 17-year-old female who had been struck by at least one vehicle,” Jimenez stated. “Sadly, she succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.”
This tragic news has left her family, friends, and fans in deep mourning.
The officer’s statement gave a heartbreaking account of that night, leaving many with more questions than answers. Emily Gold’s last weeks had been filled with excitement as she performed on “America’s Got Talent” (AGT) with her dance team from Los Osos High School.
The Southern California group amazed audiences with their high-energy routine, making it all the way to the show’s quarterfinals. This achievement was a highlight in Emily’s young life, making her untimely passing even more tragic for her family, friends, and fans.
Even though Emily and her team were eliminated in August, their performance left a lasting mark on both the audience and the judges. Simon Cowell, known for being a tough critic, even gave them a standing ovation for their incredible act.
Fans of “America’s Got Talent” have turned to social media to share their condolences and pay tribute to the talented young dancer. Many have expressed their shock and sadness at the loss, remembering her as a bright star with so much potential.
Many are heartbroken by Emily’s sudden loss, with several people expressing disbelief that someone so vibrant and full of life could be gone so soon. One commenter wrote, “She looks so happy outside and probably dealt with so much inside. RIP angel.”
Others shared similar feelings, posting tributes like “Rest in Peace, little angel. Sending prayers to her family” and “So sad, so young and gone too soon.” These heartfelt messages flooded online spaces, showing just how much she touched the lives of those around her.
‘Miracle’ Man, 29, Who Woke Up From 244-Day Coma Killed By Pickup Truck
Upon awakening from an eight-month coma, a man was fatally struck by a pickup truck.
Florida resident Drew Kohn gained notoriety as a “miracle” guy in 2017 after he survived an accident.
Tragically, though, the 29-year-old was struck and killed on July 26, 2024—more than six years after waking up from a 244-day coma.
Yolanda Osborne-Kohn, his mother, said to WTLV, “God granted my request, and I’m not angry.”
“I’m not irate. I’m content. After seven years, I distinctly recall telling myself, “Thy will be done,” while seated on Drew’s hospital bed.
Kohn was hit by a pickup truck at around 5:30 in the morning while he was allegedly strolling east on a Jacksonville, Florida, street.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office released the following statement to People magazine: “At that time, it was dark, and the pedestrian was not wearing reflective clothing.”Sadly, the pedestrian was struck in the outer lane by the pick-up truck driver who failed to see him. The pickup truck’s driver pulled over and dialed 911. After arriving on the scene, Jacksonville Fire and Rescue (JFRD) declared the person dead.
The driver of the truck remained at the scene, according to the authorities, and no one else was harmed or engaged.
It was also revealed that the medical examiner’s office and traffic homicide detectives had both been on the scene and were conducting their own investigations.
Kohn’s family established a GoFundMe page after the accident to assist with paying for his burial expenses as well as “medical expenses he accumulated.” As of this writing, more than $18,000 has been raised.
He was only “days away from his 30th birthday,” according to the fundraiser’s description, which also calls him a “modern-day miracle.”
Days before becoming 23 years old, years before Kohn’s tragic death, he had been in a terrible accident that had left him unconscious.
On July 17, 2017, Kohn’s motorcycle crashed into a car while he was riding it to the gym.
According to WTLV, the 22-year-old was taken to the hospital in a critical condition and placed in a coma due to a traumatic head injury, shattered shoulder, impaled lungs, and other injuries.
“Doctors thought he was brain dead and would never walk or talk again,” the GoFundMe website continues.
Oshnourne-Kohn told WTLV that, considering the likelihood of her son’s death, medical professionals advised her to gather her son’s organs for donation. She did, however, trust in God.
“My faith gave me the boldness to speak up and push back and let them know ‘You’re not getting a toenail or an eyelash,’” the mother stated.
When Kohn emerged from a coma nearly a year after the crash, First Coast News reports that he said, “Yeah, Mom, I’m okay.” Mom, you are loved.”
Kohn gradually made a full recovery, going on to call himself “a modern-day miracle” and say, “My story represents never giving up hope.” God is the source of all possibilities. All I want to do is encourage them to never give up.
Kohn “is now completely healed and free,” according to the fundraising.
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