A rodeo queen influencer has died aged 20 after being involved in a horror smash.
Ana Valeria Mireles, also known as Miss Rodeo, was fatally injured in a car accident.
Further details, including the cause of the crash, are yet to be confirmed.
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Ana Valeria, who was described as having a “contagious” passion for rodeo, often shared parts of her life with her 27,000 followers.
Her family, friends and fans have been left devastated by her death.
The Mexican Rodeo Foundation shared a statement on Tuesday (11 March) with an emotional message.
It read: “Valeria was more than a rodeo queen, she was an ambassador of cowboy culture, an inspiration to many young women.
“Her smile lit up every arena, and her passion for rodeo was contagious.
“Although her passing leaves a void, her legacy will live on in our hearts and in the memory of rodeo.
“Dear Valeria, we will remember you fondly.
“Rest in peace, dear queen.
“May God bring comfort and solace to the hearts of her beloved family.”
Ana Valeria died in Monterrey, in the state of Nuevo León, Mexico.
She was from Sabinas Hidalgo.
The content creator rose to fame in 2022 when she represented Mexico at the World Rodeo Championship in Wyoming.
She held the title of Miss Rodeo Nuevo Leòn for 2020-2022 and Miss Rodeo Mexico for 2021-2022.
The rising star practiced barrel racing – a rodeo event in which a horse and its rider attempt to run a cloverleaf pattern around preset barrels in the fastest time.
Ana Valeria’s followers were quick to express their sorrow on her Instagram page, as reported by Need To Know.
Regina wrote: “I can’t believe it, this news left me in shock. Rest in peace Valeria.”
Enrique commented: “Sad news. Yesterday was good and today is gone. No one knows the day or the hour we will leave this plane of life. RIP.”
“Rest in peace, beautiful,” said a third fan.
Maribel added: “How beautiful she was. Precious shame you left us rest in peace beautiful.”
“May you rest in peace. So young. Condolences to her family. May God keep you in his glory,” penned a fifth user.
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