Emily Gold, a 17-year-old dancer and cheerleader from Los Osos High School, passed away just weeks after her team advanced to the quarterfinals on America’s Got Talent.
During the competition, Gold and her dance troupe wowed the judges and received a standing ovation from Simon Cowell for their remarkable quarterfinal performance.
On Friday, September 13, Gold was tragically found deceased under a bridge on the 210 Highway in Rancho Cucamonga. The San Bernardino Coroner's Office suspects suicide, and authorities confirmed she was struck by a vehicle. A GoFundMe page was launched to support her family, which has raised over $75,000 to date.
Rodrigo Jimenez, Public Information Officer for the California Highway Patrol, told People magazine that officers from the Rancho Cucamonga division responded to a report of a pedestrian down in traffic lanes. Upon arrival, they discovered a 17-year-old girl who had been struck by at least one vehicle in the carpool lane on eastbound 210. The victim was later identified as Emily Gold, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Emily's devastated family confirmed the heartbreaking news of her passing. Her father, Steven, shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, writing, "With sadness beyond measure, we must tell you all that we lost our beautiful Emily on September 13th. Our hearts have a hole the size of the universe right now."
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He expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love and support, saying, "The love we are receiving shows how many lives that angel touched and lifted. It's what will help us through the most difficult time of our lives."
Family and friends have been paying tribute to Emily. Her brother, Alex, wrote an emotional message, saying, "The times we spent together will never be enough. You were my whole childhood. The memories we made and the places we explored together will always stay with me. You really broke my heart, Em. I'll always live life for you."
Mia Bustamante, one of Emily’s closest friends, shared her grief on social media, remembering Emily as a shining presence in her life.
"My beautiful Goldie, words cannot describe how much I love you," Mia wrote. "Thinking of being without you breaks my heart. You will be missed beyond words. You always made every day brighter and brought smiles to everyone around you. You were such a light in my life and will be forever."
She continued, "You gave me the most beautiful form of love I could ask for. My best friend, my forever dance sister. I love you infinitely, my Emmy."
Our deepest condolences go out to the Gold family during this unimaginable time. May Emily rest in peace.
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