Kailia Posey "found the good in everybody," says the late Toddlers & Tiaras star's mother. In an exclusive interview with E! News, Marcy Posey Gatterman recalled heartwarming memories of her daughter, who died by suicide at age 16 on May 2. "She was kind to everybody. She found the good in everybody. And even through that pageant world," she said about Kailia. "You would never know she was in a movie—[the 2019 film] Eli, or on Toddlers & Tiaras if you didn't watch it. She never spoke of it, never said anything about it. Just still humble about life." Marcy said Kailia was her "best friend" who was "goofy" and "a hard...
- 5/25/2022
- E! Online
Before you can move forward, sometimes you have to look back. Earlier this month, Toddlers & Tiaras star Kailia Posey died by suicide at the age of 16, forever changing her mom Marcy Posey Gatterman's life. "The days and weeks leading up to this, it seemed fine to me," Marcy exclusively shared with E! News. "I didn't go through her phone. For prom, she went with a bunch of friends. And the next day, everything was fine." However, everything seemed to change on May 1. Kailia—who recently made the cheerleading squad and was named runner-up in the Miss Washington Teen USA pageant—asked her mom to pick up deodorant from the store, claiming she...
- 5/25/2022
- E! Online
The greatest gifts are not wrapped in paper, but in love. Earlier this month, Marcy Posey Gatterman's life was turned upside down when her daughter, Toddlers & Tiaras star Kailia Posey, died by suicide at the age of 16. Described by her family as an "accomplished teenager with a bright future ahead of her," Kailia recently made her high school's football cheer team and was named runner-up in the Miss Washington Teen USA Pageant in February. But according to the family, Kailia "made the rash decision to end her earthly life." As family and friends continue grieving the loss of Kailia, her mom is sharing new details about her daughter, including a thoughtful gift she left...
- 5/24/2022
- E! Online
Kailia Posey is still the queen of her loved one's hearts. The friends and family of the Toddlers & Tiaras star came together on May 14 to honor the late 16-year-old who took her own life earlier this month. A special celebration of life event was held at North County Christ the King Church in Lynden, Wash. and was live-streamed on the church's website. A large crowd, including more than 700 virtual attendees, gathered to share photos, videos and personal stories of the teen. People reported that Kailia's brother Jayden Kai held back tears as he recalled memories of rooting on his sister at her beauty pageants, just like she...
- 5/14/2022
- E! Online
Celebrities opening up about their mental health struggles has undoubtedly been one of the more positive developments in our public discourse in recent years, the reassurance that a person isn't alone at any given moment sometimes making all the difference. Yet still too often, those who've spent time in the spotlight have also ended up becoming reminders that, no matter the resources at hand or how big and loving the support system, a person's pain can be unknowable until it's too late. The family of former Toddlers and Tiaras star Kailia Posey were left reeling after the 16-year-old died by suicide on May 2, sharing in a...
- 5/10/2022
- E! Online
2022 has been a year full of tragedy, and unfortunately, the bad news continues to pour in. Recently, information was released that former Toddlers and Tiaras star 16-year-old Kailia Posey died suddenly. Even if you’ve never seen an episode of Toddlers and Tiaras, there’s a very good chance you’ve seen her face more times than you can remember. Kailia rose to internet fame several years ago when a clip of her grinning was turned into a Gif and meme. Kailia’s passing has sent shockwaves across the internet, but it is those who knew her best that are really reeling from
Remembering The Tragic Death of Kailia Posey...
Remembering The Tragic Death of Kailia Posey...
- 5/6/2022
- by Camille Moore
- TVovermind.com
The family of “Toddlers and Tiaras” star Kailia Posey died of suicide, her family revealed on Wednesday, a day after announcing her death at age 16.
“Although she was an accomplished teenager with a bright future ahead of her, unfortunately in one impetuous moment, she made the rash decision to end her earthly life,” her family said in a statement shared with TMZ.
“She won countless crowns & trophies after competing on the pageant circuit her entire life … Her highly acclaimed talent as a contortionist had already led to professional touring job offers, and she had recently been selected to be a cheerleader at her high school next fall,” the statement continued.
Posey appeared on the TLC series on the 2011 – 2012 season and a clip from the show of her grinning became a popular gif. Posey continued to participate in beauty pageants and recently won Miss Lynden in Washington state.
Her mother, Marcy Posey Gatterman,...
“Although she was an accomplished teenager with a bright future ahead of her, unfortunately in one impetuous moment, she made the rash decision to end her earthly life,” her family said in a statement shared with TMZ.
“She won countless crowns & trophies after competing on the pageant circuit her entire life … Her highly acclaimed talent as a contortionist had already led to professional touring job offers, and she had recently been selected to be a cheerleader at her high school next fall,” the statement continued.
Posey appeared on the TLC series on the 2011 – 2012 season and a clip from the show of her grinning became a popular gif. Posey continued to participate in beauty pageants and recently won Miss Lynden in Washington state.
Her mother, Marcy Posey Gatterman,...
- 5/4/2022
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
Updated: One day after the news broke that actress Kailia Posey, who appeared memorably on TLC’s Toddlers & Tiaras, had died at 16, her stepfather Steve Gatterman posted a long statement from the family.
Among the details in the statement is the following: “Although she was an accomplished teenager with a bright future ahead of her, unfortunately in one impetuous moment, she made the rash decision to end her earthly life.”
Gatterman also asked that “members of the national media…please stop calling, texting, and messaging. Please stop bugging our friends and family. We have no further statement. Thank you.”
He ended by sharing the following information:
“If you or someone you know is contemplating ending their life, help is available. Reach out to family, friends and/or the National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255.”
Previously on Tuesday: Kailia Posey, an actress who appeared in one memorable episode of TLC’s Toddlers & Tiaras,...
Among the details in the statement is the following: “Although she was an accomplished teenager with a bright future ahead of her, unfortunately in one impetuous moment, she made the rash decision to end her earthly life.”
Gatterman also asked that “members of the national media…please stop calling, texting, and messaging. Please stop bugging our friends and family. We have no further statement. Thank you.”
He ended by sharing the following information:
“If you or someone you know is contemplating ending their life, help is available. Reach out to family, friends and/or the National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255.”
Previously on Tuesday: Kailia Posey, an actress who appeared in one memorable episode of TLC’s Toddlers & Tiaras,...
- 5/4/2022
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
The former TV star Kailia Posey has committed suicide at the age of 16, her family reports. Posey was best known for appearing on an episode of Toddlers and Tiaras, and one of her reaction shots became a popular Gif online. She passed away on Monday. “Although she was an accomplished teenager with a bright future […]
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- 5/4/2022
- by Jacob Linden
- Uinterview
More details surrounding Kailia Posey's death have been released. In a statement shared to TMZ on May 3, the family of the former Toddlers & Tiaras star confirmed she died by suicide. She was 16 years old. "Although she was an accomplished teenager with a bright future ahead of her, unfortunately in one impetuous moment, she made the rash decision to end her earthly life," the family's statement read. "She won countless crowns & trophies after competing on the pageant circuit her entire life ... Her highly acclaimed talent as a contortionist had already led to professional touring job offers, and she had recently been selected to be a cheerleader at her high school next...
- 5/4/2022
- E! Online
Former Toddlers & Tiaras star Kailia Posey has died.
She was 16.
News of the reality star's passing broke Monday.
Posey's mother, Marcy Posey Gatterman, revealed the tragic news on Facebook Monday.
"I don't have words or any thoughts," Gatterman wrote on the social media platform.
"A beautiful baby girl is gone. Please give us privacy as we mourn the loss of Kailia. My baby forever."
In the aftermath, TMZ shared a statement from the family, revealing the cause of death to be suicide.
"Although she was an accomplished teenager with a bright future ahead of her, unfortunately in one impetuous moment, she made the rash decision to end her earthly life," the family shared with the outlet.
The family detailed some of the young star's achievements throughout her time in spotlight.
"She won countless crowns & trophies after competing on the pageant circuit her entire life ... Her highly acclaimed talent as a...
She was 16.
News of the reality star's passing broke Monday.
Posey's mother, Marcy Posey Gatterman, revealed the tragic news on Facebook Monday.
"I don't have words or any thoughts," Gatterman wrote on the social media platform.
"A beautiful baby girl is gone. Please give us privacy as we mourn the loss of Kailia. My baby forever."
In the aftermath, TMZ shared a statement from the family, revealing the cause of death to be suicide.
"Although she was an accomplished teenager with a bright future ahead of her, unfortunately in one impetuous moment, she made the rash decision to end her earthly life," the family shared with the outlet.
The family detailed some of the young star's achievements throughout her time in spotlight.
"She won countless crowns & trophies after competing on the pageant circuit her entire life ... Her highly acclaimed talent as a...
- 5/4/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Toddlers & Tiaras‘ Kailia Posey has died at the age of 16. Her mother, Marcy Posey Gatterman, revealed the news on Facebook. Her cause of death has not been shared. One of Posey’s appearances on the TLC reality pageant series created one of the internet’s most famous GIFs. Posey was 5 years old in the episode, titled “California Tropic Arizona.” And her goofy, excited smile became known as the “grinning girl” Gif. “I don’t have words or any thoughts,” Gatterman wrote in her Facebook tribute. “A beautiful baby girl is gone. Please give us privacy as we mourn the loss of Kailia. My baby forever.” Gatterman’s post showed the teen in her prom dress. A previous post from April 30 showed Posey smiling and excited taking prom photos with a group of friends. Happy Smile GIFfrom Happy GIFs Following Toddlers & Tiaras, Posey went on to become an actor. She appeared...
- 5/3/2022
- TV Insider
Kailia Posey will be missed by many. The Toddlers & Tiaras star's Bff Biancha shared a heartbreaking tribute to the late reality star, 16, on May 3 after news surfaced that she had died. "To my beautiful best friend, I'll love you forever and ever," Biancha captioned a carousel of throwback photos and videos of the two together. "You were an amazing, beautiful person inside and out. Words cannot explain how painful this is, not only to me but all of the people that love you." Biancha then reminisced about her special times with Kailia: from rehearsing together for the Ms. Teen Washington pageant to taking a trip to Jamaica together. "I...
- 5/3/2022
- E! Online
Kailia Posey, who was featured on TLC’s “Toddlers & Tiaras” from 2011-2012, has died at age 16.
The teen’s mother, Marcy Posey Gatterman, shared the news to Facebook, writing: “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.” No cause of death has been announced.
A clip of her grinning with glee became a popular, widely used gif.
TLC/YouTube
After appearing on the often controversial TLC reality series, Posey continued on the beauty pageant circuit. In January, she announced on Instagram that she was going to compete in the Miss Washington Teen USA pageant and won “Miss Lynden” in February.
She celebrated her 16th birthday in an April 20 Instagram post. Friends and family members have left messages on her final post from April 23.
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The teen’s mother, Marcy Posey Gatterman, shared the news to Facebook, writing: “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.” No cause of death has been announced.
A clip of her grinning with glee became a popular, widely used gif.
TLC/YouTube
After appearing on the often controversial TLC reality series, Posey continued on the beauty pageant circuit. In January, she announced on Instagram that she was going to compete in the Miss Washington Teen USA pageant and won “Miss Lynden” in February.
She celebrated her 16th birthday in an April 20 Instagram post. Friends and family members have left messages on her final post from April 23.
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- 5/3/2022
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
The TLC family has lost one of its own. Kailia Posey, who appeared on Toddlers & Tiaras as a child, has died, her mom confirmed on Facebook on May 2. She was just 16 years old. "I don't have words or any thoughts," Marcy Posey Gatterman wrote on the social media platform alongside a photo of her daughter Kailia. "A beautiful baby girl is gone. Please give us privacy as we mourn the loss of Kailia. My baby forever." A cause of death has not yet been shared publicly. E! News has reached out to local authorities in Las Vegas, where the family resides, and has not heard back. Kailia appeared on the TLC series alongside her mom Marcy, who trained her to be a...
- 5/3/2022
- E! Online
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