Beandri Booysen, a South African TikToker and one of only 150 people diagnosed with Progeria worldwide, passed away at the age of 19. The news was confirmed by her mother, Bea, who described Beandri as a 'beloved and inspiring young woman' who touched the hearts of many.
Progeria is a rare genetic condition that causes rapid ageing, but Beandri Booysen touched many hearts in her short life.Tributes have been pouring in for TikTok content creator Beandri Booysen , one of 150 people with progeria in the world and the only South African, who died this week at the age of 19. In 2017, Booysen’s friend Ontlametse Phalatse, who was also diagnosed with progeria, a rare genetic condition causing rapid ageing and limiting life expectancy, died aged 18.
Booysen’s mother, Bea, confirmed her passing on her social media platforms where she was loved and followed by thousands of fans, especially on TikTok. “It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Beandri Booysen, one of South Africa’s most beloved and inspiring young women. “Beandri was not only known for her vibrant personality and infectious laugh but also as the last surviving individual in South Africa living with Progeria, a“She became a symbol of awareness for Progeria and other special needs, using her unique spirit to inspire thousands worldwide,” she said. “The Booysen family kindly requests privacy during this profoundly difficult time as they mourn the loss of their beloved Beandri.She said she was pronounced dead at 3.05pm on Wednesday, and added that her daughter, who was known as BB_unique_2005, had an infection around her heart and lungs with a very high mortality rate.Booysen’s mother said Beandri’s heart stopped when doctors tried to incubate her at Sunnyside Hospital, with staff attempting to resuscitate her for almost an hour. “I put lip ice on her lips before we said our goodbyes and came home, like you know, she loved lip ice,” she said.Lawrence Lee, TikTok name Pappa Lawrie, described Beandri as a dear friend and someone the world didn’t deserve. “From the beginning, you were already too stunning for the ugly world around you, but you always shone in your own ligh
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