The former cast member of the MTV reality dating series, who had been open about her struggles with substance abuse, claimed she was sober in September before she was found dead on Thursday, January 9.
- Jan 10, 2020
AceShowbiz - Alexis Eddy has gone too soon. The Season 6 contestant of MTV's "Are You the One?" passed away at the age of 23 on Thursday, January 9 in her home state of West Virginia, leaving her co-stars reeling from her sudden death.
In a statement about the reality star's passing, the Mannington Police Department said that police "were called for a report of a woman in cardiac arrest" at 7 A.M. that morning. "She was pronounced dead at the scene and her body was transported to Fairmont Regional Medical Center," the officials further noted.
While authorities are still waiting on a toxicology report to determine the West Virginia native's cause of death, her grandmother Carol Efaw suggested that she died from an overdose. "Alexis was a lost soul," she told Radar Online. "It was an OD. She caught a hold of it again." The 68-year-old added, "She is not hurting anymore at least."
Upon hearing the tragic news, a number of Alexis' castmates expressed their condolences on social media. "Literally talked to Alexis yesterday about how much better her life is sober," Ethan Scott who also went by the name E-Money confided on Twitter. "Just don't even know how to feel right now. Can't believe we'll never have another heart to heart convo."
Another contestant, Diandra Delgado, turned to Instagram Story to upload a photo of Season 6 cast members along with a heartfelt message. "I don't have words for today. @lexoquence you were the missing puzzle piece to our family," she noted. "No matter the BS our cast has gone through, our love for you has never changed. I love you so so so much babygirl and my prayers go out to your family and loved ones."
Alexis' match on the show, Anthony Martin, has also shared his grief by twitting, "Blessed to have had you as my perfect match. Wouldn't change it for the world. You'll forever be missed. Rest In Peace beautiful." Meanwhile, Dimitri Valentin wrote, "I'm at a loss of words. Alexis you were so genuine, caring and full of love. Your energy will be missed. Lost a part of my family today."
MTV has also issued a statement regarding Alexis' death. "MTV is deeply saddened to hear about the tragic loss of Alexis Eddy. Our hearts go out to her family and friends during this difficult time," a spokesperson for the network said.
Alexis was never shy about sharing her struggles with substance abuse. Back in late September, she informed her followers that she and her father have finally been "sober and healthy". She added, "Overwhelmed with gratefulness today #RecoveryRocks." The day prior, she posted a photo of her in front of the Community Recovery Center with a caption that read, "Recovery at its finest Gr8ful 2 b clean & sober."
