Australian Skier Brittany George Found Dead At 24

Australian skier Brittany George was found dead in Australia.

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She was only 24 years old.

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She was last seen alive on January 21.

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Her body was found on January 27.

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The cause of death has yet to be confirmed.

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However, many feel that mental health may have been a factor in her death.

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On the “Couching the Mind” podcast, she talked about her struggles with mental health.

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She said her plan is “you’ll be an athlete until you’re good, and when you’re done, then you’ll die.”

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Unfortunately, a back injury ended her career and crushed her dreams of heading to the Olympics.

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