America’s Got Talent is paying tribute to former contestant Emily Gold, who died at simply 17 years outdated by suicide.

“The AGT Family sends out our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and team members of Emily Gold. She was a bright young soul and will be deeply missed,” the present’s official X account shared, alongside a photograph of the teenager smiling and holding up an AGT signal.

The dancer’s mother and father, Steven Gold and Brandy Gold, additionally shared a heartbreaking message about their late daughter on Instagram. “With sadness beyond measure we must tell you all that we lost our beautiful Emily on September 13th,” they captioned a photograph of Emily in her cheer uniform. “Our hearts have a hole the size of the universe right now.”

The assertion continued, “The outpouring of love and support we are receiving shows us how many lives that angel touched and lifted up, and it is what will help us through the most difficult time of our lives. Thank you all so much for your love and support.”

Gold was discovered lifeless at 11:52 p.m. on Friday (Sept. 13), the San Bernardino Coroner instructed People. Per the California Highway Patrol Public Information Office, “officers from the California Highway Patrol Rancho Cucamonga area responded to a pedestrian down in lanes.”

The assertion continued, “When the officers arrived, they located a female, 17 year old, who was struck by at least one other vehicle in the carpool lane on eastbound 210. The female did succumb to her injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.”

Last month, Gold and the Los Osos High School dance workforce have been eradicated within the America’s Got Talent quarterfinals. However, the workforce obtained a standing ovation from choose Simon Cowell. “It was absolutely brilliant,” he mentioned on the time. “What I beloved about this was initially the power. I believe what I simply noticed is every little thing an excellent college needs to be doing, which is encouraging expertise and friendship. “

Gold’s group has since organized a GoFundMe to elevate cash for her household. See it right here.

If you or anybody you already know is in disaster, name 988 or go to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline’s web site at no cost, confidential emotional help and assets 24/7.