Project Runway contestant Sha’Vi Lewis has died at the age of 39.
The reality TV star passed away on Monday, leaving his shell-shocked family in a ‘state of disbelief’ as per TMZ.
The cause of death for the star has not been revealed at this time.Â
Lewis’ sister, Akira, expressed her profound shock at the realization that their beloved star has passed away. She mentioned that they are struggling to accept a future without him being physically present.
Recognizing that Sha’vi’s fame was just beginning to spread globally, Akira emphasized that their family had always known and appreciated his greatness. She requested for continued prayers to support them through the grieving process for their departed family member, Franklin Shavi Lewis Frierson Jr.
Lewis starred on Season 18 of the hit Bravo show.
Project Runway contestant Sha’Vi Lewis has died at the age of 39
Lewis’ aunt Deidra DivaDoll Elkerson also confirmed his death via Facebook.Â
In a heartfelt message, Akira mourned the loss of her talented nephew, Sha’vi Lewis, reminiscing about his endearing greeting, “Hey auntie diva.” She asked for prayers not only for themselves but also for Sha’vi’s mother, Joyce Solomon-Frierson, his father, Franklin Frierson, his brother, Troy Solomon Frierson, and his sisters, Akira Frierson Wood and Destiny L. Owens, as they navigate through this difficult time.
‘I know he is in a much better place. I can just imagine the welcome he recieved when he got to those pearly gates, with so many loved ones who had gone on before….oh what a time what a time he is having with his grandmothers, grandfather, uncles, aunts, cousins. And good friends.’
‘My my my rest in joy nephew knowing that you left a hell of mark on this earth!!! You will be always loved and never ever forgotten.’
In 2020, Lewis finished 10th on the Bravo series.
Lewis, a New Jersey native, attended Clark Atlanta University.
He was the founder of his own clothing line and served as creative director for the menswear company Stephen F.
His designs graced Emmys red carpets, appeared on season 2 of ‘Pose,’ and were worn by celebrities such as Leah Janae and Cynthia Bailey.Â
The reality TV star passed away on Monday, leaving his shell-shocked family in a ‘state of disbelief’ as per TMZ; seen in a still from Project Runway
The cause of death for the star has not been revealed at this time
Lewis’ aunt Deidra DivaDoll Elkerson also confirmed his death via Facebook, writing, ‘I know he is in a much better place’
Brittany Allen, who became friends with Sha’Vi on the show, shared a touching Instagram post on Tuesday in honor of him
She also shared photos of them to her Stories, writing, ‘Hold your friends so tight. Sometimes you wonder WHEN you will see them again. Not IF you will see them again’
‘Just doesn’t feel real,’ she added on another snap, along with a broken-heart emoji
Lewis starred on Season 18 of the hit Bravo show, and finished in 10th place
Brittany Allen, who became friends with Sha’Vi on the show, shared a touching Instagram post on Tuesday in honor of him.
‘I don’t have the words. My heart aches. The world and this industry will be dim without your light in it,’ she wrote.
‘Your love, your laughter, and your continuous support no matter where we were in life was everything. Season 18 forever and ever. Rest in power @shavilewis. Love, your Brit Brat.’
She also shared photos of them to her Stories, writing, ‘Hold your friends so tight. Sometimes you wonder WHEN you will see them again. Not IF you will see them again.’
‘Just doesn’t feel real,’ she added on another snap, along with a broken-heart emoji.
