‘Bling Empire: New York’ Star Lynn Ban Found Dead In Home
By Kelly Coffey-Behrens on January 22, 2025 at 10:15 AM EST
Lynn Ban, a star of Netflix's "Bling Empire: New York," tragically passed away on Monday at the age of 52. Her death comes less than a month after undergoing emergency brain surgery for injuries sustained in a ski accident. She was found unresponsive in her Tribeca home on Monday afternoon.
The devastating news follows Lynn Ban's Instagram announcement on December 30 about a serious ski accident she experienced on Christmas Eve in Aspen, Colorado.
Lynn Ban Passes Away Following Tragic Ski Accident
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Her husband, Jett Kain, discovered her at approximately 1:30 p.m., according to an NYPD spokesperson who spoke with The Post. The jewelry designer's passing was announced by her son, Sebastian, via Instagram on Wednesday.
"I know she wanted to share her journey after her accident and brain surgery, so I thought she would appreciate one last post sharing the news to people who supported her," Sebastian wrote in a heartfelt tribute accompanied by family photos.
The teenager described Ban as his "best friend," praising her resilience and strength throughout her recovery process. "She always had a smile on her face even when times were tough. She was a fighter until the end and is the strongest woman I know," he shared.
Sebastian reminisced about his mother’s humor and dedication to their family, calling her “the funniest and coolest mum.” He vowed to ensure her legacy endures, saying, “Although she may be gone now, I will do everything I can to make sure she is never forgotten and for her life to be celebrated as it deserves to be.”
The Netflix Star Describes Her Ski Accident
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A few weeks ago, the "Bling Empire" star detailed how the incident initially seemed minor after she face-planted on the mountain despite wearing a helmet. However, subsequent symptoms led her to seek medical attention, revealing a brain bleed that required an emergency craniectomy.
"Christmas Eve on a beautiful sunny day in Aspen on vacation with my family, I had a ski accident that would change my life," the Netflix star shared with her followers. "At the top of the mountain, I caught a tip and face planted. Luckily I always wear a helmet, It didn’t seem that bad at the time, and I was able to ski to the bottom."
Still, she requested for ski patrol to check for a concussion. "They assessed me, and I was cleared," she revealed. "I had a bit of a headache but thought after lunch it would be fine and I could ski again. The paramedic suggested I go to the hospital for a CAT scan. This saved my life ."
She was on her way to the ER in a taxi, "and within 30 minutes they told us I had a brain bleed and needed to be airlifted to the trauma hospital."
Photos Show The Aftermath Of Lynn Ban's Accident
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Photos she shared from the hospital showed her determination, including one displaying the large stitched incision on her shaved head.
“Last thing I remember was being intubated and waking up after an emergency craniectomy with Jett by my side,” Ban wrote at the time, expressing gratitude for her survival and optimism for recovery. "There’s a long road of recovery ahead, but I’m a survivor and grateful to ski patrol, the incredible team of doctors and nurses and the support [from] my family and friends."
She concluded, "GOD IS GOOD."
Tributes Pour In On Social Media
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Her untimely death leaves her family, friends, and fans mourning the loss of a beloved wife, mother, and star.
"Lynn Ban passed away. Omg, what a loss to the fashion community. RIP to a fashion icon," one fan wrote on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter.
"May she rest in power, the world has lost an incredible woman. Lynn ban," another said.
"In total shock, fly high Lynn Ban. What a creative soul," a third expressed.
Who Was Lynn Ban?
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Ban rose to fame in January 2023 when "Bling Empire: New York" premiered, showcasing her dynamic personality and illustrious career as a jewelry designer.
Born in Singapore, she gained a devoted fanbase for her vibrant style and candid moments on the reality series.
RIP Lynn Ban.