DESTINEE Lashaee, the first transgender star of My 600-Lb Life, died unexpectedly with her brother confirming the unfortunate news via Facebook on Tuesday.
She first appeared on the TLC show - where she documented her mental health struggles - back in 2019.
Wayne Compton, Destinee's brother, confirmed the reality star's death on Tuesday according to The Ashleys Reality Roundup.
In a moving tribute to his sister, he wrote: "I'm sorry bro, I accept you for who you are, I accept every flaw that come with you."
He then hinted at the mental health struggles Destinee was battling, saying: "I'm sorry you felt alone.
"I'm sorry you felt you had nobody else to turn to, I'm sorry you felt you had no other option."
Prior to her death, Destinee shared several troubling messages on social media suggesting she was struggling.
Last week, she wrote: "If I was surrounded by all my tears I'd be floating in the ocean."
Then, on Saturday, Destinee shared another concerning post, writing: "To everyone who genuinely love and support me I love you and I'm grateful to have touched millions of lives and hearts around the world.
"Living my life with so much pain for so long I've come to realize that God makes no mistakes.
"I'm grateful for my journey and all I've been through. I don't regret a single moment. Love you all."
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Destinee appeared on Season seven of My 600-Lb Life, which aired in 2019.
At the time, Destinee weighed in at 669 lbs.
She said on the show: "I'm just 27. I have so much that I want to do and need to do.
"I can't believe this is my life now. Where I lay here all day and wait for food."
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