Two young lives were recently lost in heartbreaking circumstances, sparking grief and reflection.
**Güler Erdoğan**, 27, Miss Europe Kosovo, died on April 1, 2025, while visiting Giresun, Turkey. According to *CNN Turk*, Erdoğan “left a nightclub and drove into a police checkpoint” while under the influence. She fled on foot, climbed a pedestrian overpass, and tragically fell onto the road. Despite efforts by emergency responders, she died from her injuries. Her family, present at the time, stated, *”Our beloved one lost her life in a tragic accident.”* They also urged the public not to believe false reports.

Erdoğan, once celebrated on stage, had previously battled mental health struggles. Her last Instagram post was shared April 4, with a black profile picture and tribute from her loved ones.

**Natalie Black**, a 19-year-old track athlete at Belhaven University, passed away on March 1. After breaking her personal record at a meet, she returned home, laid down for a nap, and never woke up. Her mother recalled, *”We all had an amazing day with her… she was so happy!”*
Her team honored her as *“the light”* of their group. *”She was what the world needed,”* they wrote. Her legacy lives on through those she inspired.