The fashion industry is mourning the loss of one of its rising stars, Mary-Brian Clarke, who died unexpectedly on March 21, 2023, at the age of 24. The cause of her death has not been revealed, but some sources have speculated that she may have committed suicide. Clarke was the girlfriend of the late model Jeremy Ruehlemann, who passed away in January 2023.
Who was Mary-Brian Clarke?
Mary-Brian Clarke was born on May 21, 1998, in Tyler, Texas. She attended St. Gregory and TK Gorman Catholic Schools in Tyler and later graduated from Memorial High School in Houston. She was passionate about fashion and tennis, and had a bright personality that attracted many friends.
Clarke was becoming a talented influence in the fashion industry, having worked for brands like TIBI, Elizabeth Bensinger, and MadHappy. She also had a loyal fan base of over 4,500 followers on Instagram, where she shared her stylish outfits and glamorous lifestyle.
How did Mary-Brian Clarke die?
Clarke’s death was confirmed by her family in an obituary that was published on March 23, 2023. The obituary stated that she passed away “unexpectedly” and did not provide any details about the circumstances of her death. The obituary also praised Clarke for her sense of style and fashion, and expressed how much she will be missed by her parents, siblings, and friends.
The cause of Clarke’s death has not been officially announced, but some media outlets have reported that she may have taken her own life. According to Genius Celebs, there were rumors that she had committed suicide, but no evidence or confirmation has been provided to support this claim.
Mary-Brian Clarke’s relationship with Jeremy Ruehlemann
Clarke was in a relationship with Jeremy Ruehlemann, a model who died on January 9, 2023, at the age of 22. Ruehlemann was found dead in his apartment in New York City after suffering from a cardiac arrest. His death was ruled as natural by the medical examiner.
Ruehlemann and Clarke had been dating for over a year and were often seen together at fashion events and on social media. They were both represented by IMG Models and had appeared in campaigns for brands like Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren, and Tommy Hilfiger.
Clarke was devastated by Ruehlemann’s death and posted a tribute to him on Instagram on January 10, 2023. She wrote: “I love you more than words can ever express. You are my everything and always will be. I can’t wait to see you again my angel.”
Tributes for Mary-Brian Clarke
Many people have paid tribute to Clarke on social media, including her friends, colleagues, and fans. They have shared their memories and photos of Clarke, expressing how much they loved her and how shocked and saddened they were by her death.
One of Clarke’s close friends, Paisley Gilbert, posted a video of them together on Instagram on March 23, 2023. She wrote: “I’ve been holding off on this for a few days because once i hit post, it’s too real and just… no. The pain of losing a best friend is indescribable. This is one of my favorite videos of MB and I because this is how it felt every time we saw each other. Every time. If only we could have one more reunion like this, I would squeeze you a little tighter and never let go. Love you past each edge of the universe and back my twin Slenny.”
Another friend of Clarke’s, Elizabeth Bensinger, who is also a fashion designer, posted a picture of them on Instagram on March 24, 2023. She wrote: “My sweet Mary-Brian. You were such a light in this world. You had such a beautiful soul and a contagious smile. You were always so supportive and encouraging of me and my dreams. You were one of my best friends and I will miss you more than words can say. Rest in peace my angel.”
Many fans of Clarke also commented on her last Instagram post, which was uploaded on March 20, 2023. The post showed her wearing a pink dress and posing with a flower bouquet. She captioned it: “Feeling pretty in pink.” Her followers expressed their condolences and admiration for her, saying things like “Rest in peace beautiful”, “You were such an inspiration”, and “You will always be remembered”.