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Australian Model Lucy Markovic Dies at 27 Following Rare Brain Condition

The former Australia's Next Top Model star passed away after a four-year battle with a brain arteriovenous malformation, prompting tributes from the fashion world.

Overview

  • Lucy Markovic, runner-up on Australia's Next Top Model in 2015, died on April 10 at age 27 from complications related to a brain arteriovenous malformation (AVM).
  • Her death was announced via an Instagram story by her partner, who noted that she passed peacefully surrounded by family.
  • Markovic had publicly shared her health journey over four years, including her recent surgery on April 2 to address the AVM, described as 'the size of a golf ball.'
  • Tributes poured in from across the fashion industry, with figures like Donatella Versace and her agency, Elite Model Management, honoring her warmth, elegance, and humor.
  • Markovic's successful international modeling career included work with top brands such as Versace, Armani, and Victoria Beckham, solidifying her legacy in fashion.

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