A reality show star has died unexpectedly aged just 34.
In 2012 María Reneé Núñez won the first season of La Isla – which translates as The Island.
The cause of her death remains a mystery.
Her passing was confirmed by her sister Alma leaving her social media fans stunned.
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María was born in Hermosillo, Mexico, and was the second of four siblings.
She studied graphic design and was passionate about sports, especially cycling, volleyball, and softball.
Her family says she was passionate about exercise and nutrition, and she enjoyed going to the beach to keep fit.
María became famous when she won the TV show taking home 100,000 MXN (£4,200) in prize money.
After her victory, she pursued a career in entertainment and social media influencing but had kept a low profile in recent years.
Her last social media post, on 28 April, was a couple of snaps of herself with her partner Diego, as reported on Need To Know.
Several figures in the Mexican entertainment industry have been sharing their condolence messages.
One of her close friends, the model and TV presenter Tania Rincón, described her as “so unique, so creative, so caring”.
She wrote: “I cherish all the joy you gave me with your antics.”
The ‘La Isla’ team wrote on social media: “She will be remembered by all.”
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