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New York City-based social media influencer Chase Filandro<\/a> has passed away at age 20 by suicide, his family has confirmed.<\/p>\n \u201cIt was Chase\u2019s own decision to enter Heaven,\u201d his family shared in a statement to TMZ<\/a>. \u201cOur family is heartbroken and devastated by the sudden and unexpected loss of our beloved Chase.\u201d<\/p>\n The tragic news was first shared on Sunday (August 3, 2025) through an Instagram post by Filandro\u2019s sister, Franki Ford<\/strong>.<\/p>\n \u201cMy brother, Chase Filandro, was a shining light who had an incredible zest for life,\u201d Ford wrote alongside a photo showing Filandro smiling beneath Mount Rushmore. \u201cChase was an avid traveler and was moved by the beauty of National Parks. He always welcomed strangers with a smile and made friends along the trails he traveled on.\u201d<\/p>\n The content creator, whose Instagram following exceeded 35,000 at the time of his passing, died on July 31, according to People<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n A memorial fundraiser has been established through GoFundMe<\/a> \u201cto honor his life and remember his legacy forever\u201d near one of Filandro\u2019s cherished parks, Ford announced.<\/p>\n \u201cOnce finalized, we\u2019ll share the details so you can visit and enjoy what Chase loved doing most, knowing he is right alongside you,\u201d she noted.<\/p>\n While the GoFundMe\u2019s total raised amount remains private, Ford indicated the target was met \u201cin only 13 hours.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cChase clearly had such an impact on many,\u201d she wrote in an update on the fundraising page.<\/p>\n The family plans to direct any additional contributions toward \u201cbuilding an additional memorial in New York that is closer to home.\u201d<\/p>\n Take 2 Actors Studio remembered Filandro, who appeared in a 2022 short film and had a role in an upcoming independent feature, as \u201ctruly the brightest light.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cHis presence was a gift, and his absence leaves a hole in our hearts that can never be filled,\u201d the Long Island acting school stated.<\/p>\n Filandro also performed as a vocalist with Just Add Water<\/strong>, a Long Island indie rock group.<\/p>\n If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24\/7.<\/p>\n Have an opinion on what you just read? Sign up to be a part of the Socialite Life community in order to post a comment, bookmark your favorite articles, topics, and contributors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nJoin the SL Community<\/h2>\n
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