TLC’s ‘Toddlers & Tiaras’ competitor dies at 16, days after attending prom

2 years ago

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The family of “Toddlers & Tiaras” star Kailia Posey announced Monday her untimely passing at the age of 16 without providing a cause of death.

“I don’t have words or any thoughts. A beautiful baby girl is gone. Please give us privacy as we mourn the loss of Kailia. My baby forever,” mom Marcy Posey Gatterman said.

The grieving woman also shared recent photos of Kailia attending a prom party.

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    “Can’t even believe this has happened. I’m praying for you guys to get through this. She always was so kind to all of us,” wrote AGT’s Kadan Bart Rockett.

    “Playing soccer with you is now a core memory. Heaven gained an angel,” a friend added.