Toddlers and Tiaras star Kailia Posey died by suicide, her heartbroken family has confirmed. The cause of the 16-year-old's death was corroborated by her mother on Tuesday.
She rose to fame on reality TV show, which followed youngsters and their parents as they competed in beauty pageants. The news of her death was first shared by her mum on Facebook on Tuesday in a statement which read: "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." The family also issued a tearful statement to TMZ confirming the tragic news.