The fashion world has been rocked by the tragic passing of Lucy Markovic, a former contestant from Australia’s Next Top Model, who died at just 27 years old.
Among the many who expressed their grief were some of the biggest names in fashion, including Italian designer Donatella Versace.
The 69-year-old fashion icon shared a touching tribute to the young model on Instagram, posting a photo of Lucy walking the runway and expressing her sorrow with the words, “I am so sorry to hear about Lucy.
Rest in peace, beautiful girl.”
Lucy, who had been a runner-up in season 9 of Australia’s Next Top Model, died after battling a brain arteriovenous malformation (AVM), a condition where tangled blood vessels form in the brain, leading to potential ruptures.
Lucy had undergone emergency surgery but unfortunately slipped into a coma before passing away.
Emotional Tributes from Fellow Models
Lucy’s friends and fellow models were quick to honor her memory.
Cartia Mallan, who knew Lucy well, shared an emotional post on social media: “Heartbroken to say the least. My beautiful friend Lucy sadly passed today after putting up a strong fight,” she wrote.
Cartia described Lucy as a kind, radiant, and caring person, both beautiful and immensely talented.
She ended her tribute with, “All my love to her family during this time. I can’t even fathom this, she was so young.
Deeply blessed to have known her. Rest in peace, my angel girl.”
Another emotional tribute came from Australian model Amelia Ross, who posted a throwback photo with Lucy. “Rest in peace. Your biggest supporter forever.
Does not feel real. Gone too soon,” she wrote, reflecting the shock of the loss.
Social Media Tributes Pour In
Other figures from the modeling and entertainment world, including influencer Jamie Azzopardi, also shared their tributes.
Jamie expressed how Lucy’s loss felt particularly personal, recalling, “If I’d known then that this was the last time, I would have hugged you tighter and laughed louder.”
Elisha Herbert, a social media star, added her heartfelt words, calling Lucy “the sweetest girl to walk the earth” and saying, “Our angel forever.”
Model Alex Consani and The Bachelor star Bella Varelis also offered their condolences, with Bella describing the loss as “devastating.”
Lucy’s Last Moments and Legacy
Lucy’s partner, who shared the news of her death via Instagram, offered a brief but touching message, saying, “Dear friends and family, I regret to inform you that Lucy has passed.
She was at peace. Me, her mother, and my mother were with her.”
He also asked for privacy during this difficult time. Lucy’s management, Elite Model Management NYC, expressed their deep sorrow in a statement, remembering her as a bright and shining light with an incredible sense of humor and an infectious smile.
Lucy had previously spoken about the size of her AVM, which was as large as a golf ball, and had been fighting the condition for some time.
Just hours before her death, her partner had shared an urgent plea for prayers as she fought for her life.
A Bright Career Cut Short
Known for her elegance, beauty, and grace, Lucy’s modeling career had already seen her walk for major labels such as Versace, Givenchy, and Australian brands like Dion Lee and Ksubi.
At just 17, she had competed on Australia’s Next Top Model, earning her spot in the grand final against Brittany Beattie and proving her potential in the competitive world of fashion.
Her legacy will live on, not only in the fashion industry but also in the hearts of those who knew her as a kind and radiant soul, taken far too soon.