Carol Acosta, the beloved influencer known online as Killadamente, passed away suddenly on January 3 at the age of 27.
The tragic event unfolded while she was dining at a New York restaurant with her family.
Carol, a mother of two, reportedly choked on her food, leading to a cardiac arrest in front of her shocked family members.
Heartfelt Tributes from Family
Her younger sister, Khatyan, confirmed Carol’s death in an emotional Instagram post.
Khatyan shared a photo of the two smiling together on a plane, accompanied by a heartfelt caption that read: “I love you, sister, and I will always love you.
Thank you, God, for giving me a sister with such a big heart. Rest in peace, my sister.”
In a video, Khatyan, visibly distraught, expressed her gratitude for the support she and Carol had received from their followers.
“Thank you for supporting my sister while she was still alive,” she said through tears.
Waiting for Answers
As the family awaits the results of the autopsy, it’s believed that Carol’s death was due to cardiorespiratory arrest following the choking incident.
A cousin of the Dominican Republic-born influencer shared with the press, “We still don’t know exactly what happened, but she started choking while eating, and despite being rushed to the hospital, they couldn’t save her.”
Outpouring of Support from Fans
Carol’s sudden passing left her 6.6 million followers devastated.
Many took to her recent posts to express their sorrow, with one fan writing, “You don’t know the pain this news has caused all of us who have been here from the start.”
Others struggled to come to terms with the loss, with comments like, “Tell me it’s not true” and “I can’t believe it, I’m still hoping it’s fake.”
Fans remembered her for her body positivity messages and her encouragement to love oneself.
Body Positivity and Legacy
Known for advocating self-love and body positivity, Carol frequently shared motivational content that empowered her followers.
She had openly discussed the bullying she endured as a child because of her weight.
In 2017, she released a song titled “Me Amo y No Me Importa” (“I Love Myself and I Don’t Care”), which conveyed her message of self-acceptance and resilience.
In the song, she boldly declared, “I’m different, and they call me Killadamente.
Even if I fall down, I get up again. I take care of myself because I stand up for myself.”
Leaving Behind Loved Ones
Carol leaves behind her two young daughters, Reina and Legend.
Just a day before her death, she shared a video where she confidently posed in a black dress, expressing her belief that she was one of God’s favorites.
“People eat and don’t get fat, but look at me—no extensions, no surgeries, and I’m still looking good. No one can convince me I’m not on the list of favorites.”
Support for the Family
In the wake of this tragic loss, Carol’s family has asked for support from her followers.
An online statement requested contributions to help cover funeral costs and assist her children during this difficult time.
“Carol, known to us as Killadamente, helped thousands through her work, and now, we unite to give her the farewell she deserves.”