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A TEEN cheerleader who competed on America’s Got Talent celebrated her senior year of high school just weeks before her tragic death by suicide this weekend.
Emily Gold, 17, shared pictures of a “senior sunrise” with her friends less than a month before her shocking death.
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The teen died by suicide just months after earning a standing ovation alongside her dance team on AGT.
In her last post on Instagram, the teen smiled alongside friends as they celebrated their senior year at Los Osos High School.
The California Highway Patrol confirmed to The U.S. Sun that officials got calls that a teen girl was wandering through traffic in San Bernadino, outside Los Angeles, on Friday.
When cops arrived at the scene, they found Emily’s body under a bridge.
The San Bernadino County Coroner’s Office confirmed to The U.S. Sun that Gold died by suicide.
CHP believed the teen was hit by a car at least once. She was declared dead at the scene.
The driver who hit her has not come forward.
The school’s pep squad shared a heartbreaking tribute to the athlete following the news of her death.
“To our sweet Emily Gold, The girl who lit up every room she walked in, brought a smile to everyone’s face, had the most infectious laugh,” LOHS Pep Squad remembered the student in a post.
The team went on to remember Emily as “one of a kind.”
“Our team will never be the same without you, Gold,” the tribute said.
“Wishing we could see you cheer and dance just one more time.”
STANDING OVATION
The school’s dance team was shown on AGT earlier this year, where they ended up in the series’ quarterfinals before being eliminated during the shows in August.
Judge Simon Cowell gave the students a standing ovation and praised them as “absolutely brilliant” in the show.
“What I loved about this was first of all the energy,” Cowell said after their performance.
“I think what I just saw is everything a great school should be doing, which is encouraging talent and friendship. “
Los Osos High School pep squad’s tribute
The Los Osos High School pep squad shared a tribute to Emily Gold on Instagram after her death at 17.
“To our sweet Emily Gold,” the post began.
“The girl who lit up every room she walked in, brought a smile to everyone’s face, had the most infectious laugh.
“Emily you are truly one of a kind. You were so adored by everyone who knew you. The energy that you brought to both cheer and dance was so strong and spirited, more than words could ever describe.
“You knew how to make everyone feel seen and welcomed. The talent you have surpasses means. The amount of love that people have for you is beyond any measure and we hope you will forever know that.
“Our team will never be the same without you, Gold.
“Wishing we could see you cheer and dance just one more time.
“Thank you for sharing your light with us. Thank you for being the best teammate and friend any of us could ask for. Thank you for bringing us beautiful memories that we will cherish for a lifetime.
“We will honor your kind, beautiful spirit with pride and dignity.
“We love you forever, Emily Gold,” the message concluded.
TRIBUTES POUR IN
Heartbreaking tributes to the teen continue to pour out on social media.
“Rest in peace angel,” one wrote under her last post on Instagram.
“I miss you every second baby,” another commented.
“Rest in peace sweet girl. we will forever remember the beauty of your heart and soul,” a third shared.
Los Osos High School Principal Eric Cypher announced the student’s death in a message to parents and students, according to Deadline.
“I’m sorry to share tragic news with you regarding a fellow Grizzly. Early this morning, a senior and beloved Grizzly, Emily Gold, has passed away,” Cypher said.
“Emily was on both our Varsity Dance Team and Varsity Cheer squad, our thoughts and prayer are with the family as they grieve.”
GOFUNDME SUPPORTS FAMILY
A GoFundMe has been created for the community to support Gold’s family after her sudden death.
“With great sadness we share our Los Osos Grizzly Emily Gold has passed away,” the page said.
“As a community lets come together and support the Gold family in this difficult time. Please know this money will go directly to the family to support them and help with expenses.”
At the time of writing, the page has raised more than $25,000 – over half of the fundraiser’s goal.
The U.S. Sun has reached out to the fundraiser’s organizers for comment.
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988, chat on 988lifeline.org, or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
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