{"id":2457,"date":"2026-07-30T16:16:23","date_gmt":"2026-07-30T16:16:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thejoeroganpod.com\/?p=2457"},"modified":"2026-07-30T16:16:23","modified_gmt":"2026-07-30T16:16:23","slug":"tragic-details-emerge-surrounding-2024-miss-american-forks-unexpected-death","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thejoeroganpod.com\/?p=2457","title":{"rendered":"Tragic details emerge surrounding 2024 Miss American Fork\u2019s \u2018unexpected\u2019 death"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"show-inline-featured-image wp-caption alignnone\">\n<figure class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-main-thumbnail size-main-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/12\/19124548\/shutterstock_2487902387-664x350.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 664px) 100vw, 664px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/12\/19124548\/shutterstock_2487902387-664x350.jpg 664w, https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/12\/19124548\/shutterstock_2487902387-400x210.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/12\/19124548\/shutterstock_2487902387-412x216.jpg 412w\" alt=\"\" width=\"664\" height=\"350\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Shutterstock.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The family of a former beauty queen has announced her unexpected death, two years after she was crowned Miss American Fork 2024.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"newsner-1546354980\" class=\"newsner-after_first_paragraph\">\n<div id=\"intext_197428_1_wrapper\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Keep reading to know more.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Brynn Carnesecca has been remembered as a \u201cbright light\u201d by loved ones, with friends and members of the pageant community paying tribute following the announcement.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Her family has not publicly disclosed a cause of\u00a0death.<\/p>\n<div id=\"newsner-8167b517c586643a75f5c5ec730384c3\" class=\"newsner-8167b517c586643a75f5c5ec730384c3 newsner-incide_content_once\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Brynn\u2019s cousin, Kassidy Jackman Murdoch, launched a\u00a0GoFundMe campaign\u00a0after her passing, sharing a heartfelt message on behalf of the family.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the fundraiser, donations will help cover funeral expenses, support the family as they grieve, and contribute toward creating a memorial in Brynn\u2019s honor. At the time of writing, the campaign had raised nearly $17,000 toward its $20,000 goal.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-family-remembers-brynn-as-a-bright-light\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Family remembers Brynn as a \u201cbright light\u201d<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the GoFundMe page, Kassidy wrote, \u201cBrynn Carnesecca was more than just my cousin- she was a bright light in our family and community.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cAs an accomplished pianist, journalist, and the creator of Envelopes of Hope, Brynn dedicated herself to sharing stories and spreading kindness. Her passion for helping others was evident in everything she did.<\/p>\n<div id=\"newsner-1725866631\" class=\"newsner-article_inside_content\">\n<div id=\"intext_197428_2_wrapper\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"newsner-37090ebe6e34d630deb31c33cbc566db\" class=\"newsner-37090ebe6e34d630deb31c33cbc566db newsner-amp_article_inside_content\"><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-facebook wp-block-embed-facebook\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div id=\"fb-root\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"fb-post\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/brynn.carnesecca\/posts\/pfbid0ekpQL61oADyG6QDyzcUPxYmhwMJxpDCXABYzpeK2uhVXBTPSAWivfuVrPi3ZZ2Tel\" data-width=\"640\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cOur family is heartbroken by Brynn\u2019s unexpected passing.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWe want to honor her memory in a way that reflects her spirit and the love she gave to so many. Brynn touched countless lives through her work and her generosity, and we hope to celebrate her legacy with a meaningful memorial.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">She added that the family hopes to create a memorial that \u201ctruly honors Brynn.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWe are grateful for any help you can offer. Please consider donating or sharing this fundraiser to help us honor Brynn and support our family.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Brynn earned the\u00a0Miss American Fork title in 2024 through the Miss Utah\u00a0Scholarship Organization, which provides scholarship opportunities while serving as a pathway to the statewide Miss Utah competition.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-remembered-for-her-kindness-and-service\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remembered for her kindness and service<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Miss Utah Scholarship Organization also shared a tribute, saying Brynn \u201cbrought so much light\u201d to its programs.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The organization praised her \u201ckindness, friendship and service,\u201d while extending its thoughts and prayers to her family.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to winning Miss American Fork 2024, Brynn received the Miss Congeniality Award at the 2025 Miss Utah competition.<\/p>\n<div id=\"newsner-433939186\" class=\"newsner-article_inside_content\">\n<div id=\"intext_197428_3_wrapper\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"newsner-bf6061e00e9ac628ffa98317c9d5f01d\" class=\"newsner-bf6061e00e9ac628ffa98317c9d5f01d newsner-amp_article_inside_content\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The honor is voted on by fellow contestants and recognizes the participant who has had the most positive impact on those around her.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the GoFundMe page, Brynn also founded\u00a0<em>Envelopes of Hope<\/em>, an initiative focused on sharing stories and spreading kindness throughout the community.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As Miss American Fork, she represented her city at community events, supported charitable causes, and competed for the\u00a0title of Miss Utah.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Her family, friends, and the pageant community continue to remember her for the compassion, generosity, and positivity she brought to those around her.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Share this with others who like to keep themselves up to date with the latest stories.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Shutterstock.com The family of a former beauty queen has announced her unexpected death, two years after she was crowned Miss American Fork 2024. 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