ATV Crash Claims Life Of Caitlyn Jenner's Right-Hand Woman At 29

Caitlyn Jenner has been rocked by heartbreak after her longtime manager and close friend, Sophia Hutchins, tragically died in a horrific ATV crash at just 29 years old.

The fatal accident occurred near Jenner's Malibu home, where Hutchins reportedly lost control of the vehicle and plunged hundreds of feet into a ravine.

Known not only as Caitlyn's right-hand woman but also a rising business star and LGBTQ advocate, Hutchins' sudden death has sent shockwaves through Hollywood, leaving fans and friends stunned.

According to PEOPLE Magazine, Hutchins was driving an ATV on a residential road near Caitlyn Jenner's $3.5 million Malibu home when she struck the bumper of a moving vehicle carrying two passengers.

The force of the collision threw her and the ATV off the road, and she plunged approximately 350 feet into a ravine.

Emergency responders arrived shortly afterward and pronounced her dead at the scene.

Thankfully, the occupants of the other vehicle were unharmed. The tragic incident occurred early on the morning of July 2, and authorities have yet to release a full statement regarding possible contributing factors such as speed or visibility.

Hutchins was far more than Caitlyn's manager; she was a trusted confidante and family member.

The two first met in 2015, shortly after the reality TV star came out as transgender. Two years later, Hutchins moved into Jenner's Malibu home and assumed a co-managing role.

In no time, their close friendship sparked dating rumors, but Hutchins constantly dismissed the speculations, maintaining their relationship was strictly professional and familial.

"It was never romantic. Never sexual. It was very much friends, but I understand why people perceived it that way. We never addressed it, and that was part of the problem," the TV personality said during a 2018 appearance on Jim Breslo's "Hidden Truth" podcast.

"It's more parental. I date guys. And Caitlyn's like, I gotta sign off on him. It's very parental, very protective. We're family. It's an interesting family situation. All of my family is," she added.

Since the news of Hutchins's passing broke on the internet, netizens have taken to social media to pay tribute.

"That's heartbreaking news. Sophia Hutchins was a vibrant presence, and her tragic loss at just 29 in such a horrific ATV accident is devastating. My thoughts are with her loved ones and Caitlyn Jenner during this difficult time. RIP," one fan wrote on X.

A different user wrote, "Caitlyn Jenner's manager and longtime friend, Sophia Hutchins, had died after a horrific ATV accident. My condolences to Sophia's family and friends. 29 is just too young to pass away."

Another user wrote, "Very sad. Prayers out to her family and Caitlyn Jenner."

Hutchins's death isn't the first tragedy the Jenner family has dealt with in recent times.

On February 22, 2025, Caitlyn's daughter, Kylie Jenner, said goodbye to her hairstylist, Jesus Guerrero.

According to a statement shared by the DME, Guerrero arrived at the hospital the previous day complaining about feeling unwell. Sadly, he was pronounced dead the following morning.

Following his demise, the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner revealed the hairstylist died of severe pneumonia.

According to the report, he contracted a lung infection as well as Cryptococcus neoformans, a fungal species. They also cited AIDS as a secondary cause of death.

Days later, sources told PEOPLE Kylie was doing everything to help Guerrero's family.

"As upset as she feels, she knows it's so much worse for his family. She doesn't want them to stress about money. She's taking care of expenses, including those associated with his funeral," they said.

Months after Guerrero's death, Caitlyn Jenner's stepdaughter, Kim Kardashian, confirmed the death of her childhood friend, Lindsay May.

According to a post shared on the SKIMS founder's Instagram Stories on June 17, the entertainment consultant passed away after a battle with cancer.

She also revealed that their mutual friend Simone Harouche had begun a fundraiser to raise money for research on the disease.

"In memory of our Lifer Lindz, who recently passed away of a rare form of cancer," Kardashian wrote per E! News. "Our lifer @simoneharouche has partnered with @citizensofhumanity to donate $50 from every pair to the neuroendocrine tumor research foundation."