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Cristina Sanz From A&E’s Born This Way Dies at 36

Her family said the A&E star died after a sudden cardiac arrest while attending her day program, despite doctors’ efforts to stabilize her heart.

  • On Monday, July 6, reality star Cristina Sanz died at 36 following a sudden cardiac arrest, with her family announcing the news on Instagram on Wednesday, July 8.
  • Sanz suffered the cardiac arrest while attending her Day Program and was rushed to the hospital; her family described the death as 'a total shock' and 'unexpected.'
  • During her time on 'Born This Way,' Sanz appeared in all four seasons of the A&E documentary series following a 'diverse group' of young people with Down syndrome, including her relationship with Angel Callahan.
  • The network expressed deep sadness, noting Sanz touched 'the hearts of many' through the series, which won three Emmy Awards including Outstanding Unstructured Reality Program during her tenure.
  • Known for being 'first to help someone in need,' Sanz championed compassion; she famously celebrated when Jamie Lee Curtis won an Oscar in 2023 for 'Everything Everywhere All At Once.
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Cristina Sanz, star of reality show ‘Born This Way,’ dies at 36

Reality star Cristina Sanz has died after a sudden cardiac arrest, her family announced.

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