In a tragic turn of events, Kubra Aykut, a 26-year-old Turkish TikTok influencer who gained viral fame for her “Wedding without a Groom” videos, has died by suicide. Aykut fell from the fifth floor of a luxury apartment building in Istanbul’s Sultanbeyli district on Monday, according to local media reports. A suicide note was reportedly found next to her body, and authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.
Aykut’s passing has sent shockwaves through social media, where she was beloved for her bold and empowering content. Her final days, however, raised concern among her followers. In the days leading up to her death, many noted that her social media posts seemed increasingly troubling. Just hours before her fall, she shared a heart-wrenching post about her struggles with weight gain, stating, “I lose a kilogram every day. I don’t know what to do; I urgently need to gain weight.” In her last TikTok video, she was seen cleaning her apartment before the tragic incident.
Kubra Aykut rose to fame in 2023 for her unconventional “Wedding without a Groom” series. In a statement of self-empowerment, she symbolically “married” herself, donning a white wedding gown and tiara, and declaring, “I can’t find a worthy groom for myself.” The viral videos featured Aykut driving away in a car, carrying a bridal bouquet, and humorously enjoying a burger in her wedding attire, referring to herself as a “nervous bride.”
Her death has left her fans heartbroken, with many taking to social media to pay tribute to Aykut, remembering her as “an angel with a beautiful heart.” Followers expressed their grief and shared condolences with her family and friends.
Turkish authorities have launched an official investigation into Aykut’s death. Her body is undergoing a post-mortem examination, and her funeral will take place in her hometown, where her parents live. Several TikTok influencers are expected to attend and pay their final respects to the late social media star.
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