The fashion world was filled with sorrow with that Death of model Jeremy Ruehlemann at the age of 27. Despite his young age, he had already worked with big brands like Superdry and Ralph Lauren and walked catwalks around the world. “It is with great sadness and regret that I let you know Jeremy Ruehlemann has passed away. He was authentic, himself (…)” wrote his agent Jason Kanner of Soul Artist Management in the death confirmation, without giving further details on the causes.
The model’s agency followed the statement with a tribute: “There was something about him that made you love him. When you spoke, I listened fully, all eyes and ears. It was truly unique and always will be,” added Kanner.
On Saturday, the young man did not respond at his friend’s apartment in midtown Manhattan. His father, Achim Ruehlemann, told the Chron he suspected himThe cause of death was an accidental drug overdosebecause his son had an addiction to prescription pills.
According to the 59-year-old, the family is still not sure what happened. So you’re waiting for the results of the toxicology test.. “There was no desire to end his life. that was accidental. He obviously had some drug problems, but he was happy. He loved life,” his father added to the British publication.
With a great career ahead of him, Ruehlemann had a close professional relationship and friendship with the designer Christian Sirianowith whom he collaborated at his last shows in the presentation of the spring-summer 2023 collection.
Christian Siriano dedicated some emotional words to Jeremy@csiriano
Siriano took to Instagram to say goodbye: “I was inspired and will always love him,” he wrote in a post sharing a series of photos of the two. He also left behind some highlights of the model’s career. “I’ve never posted anything like this before, but losing a friend who was such a beautiful soul is really hard,” he continued. “This is for Jeremythe most handsome man who gave so much love to everyone he met no matter what,” the designer added.
Other well-known figures in the industry expressed their condolences.
Hung Vanngo added his condolences on the model’s death @hungvanngo
Famed makeup artist Hung Vanngo mourned the death and posted two photos: “Disheartened by the news of my dear friend’s death (…). He made a great impression on everyone who knew him. You find a lot of people in this industry, but he was one of those people who, even if you met him once, would always have a part of his heart (…). A true friend, you will be loved and remembered forever. Rip Jeremy.”
They were not the only ones, but also the stylist Luis Rodríguez, what he spent with Ruehlemann last weekend and remembered him as a “sweet man”..
Celebrity stylist Luis Rodriguez said goodbye to his friend @luisthestylist
They were also introduced Andy Hilfiger, brother of Tommy Hilfiger, with whom the model did his last job. Lexy Wood, a close colleague in the industry, shared a moment with Jeremy last Thursday, captioning him a few words: “I can’t even imagine a world where I’ll ever have to write this but if you’ve ever met me , You know how much I love Jeremy. I can’t even express how magical it was,” she wrote.
Model Lexi Wood said goodbye to Jeremy in an Instagram post @lexiwood
According to his LinkedIn profile, Jeremy Ruehlemann was born in Mahwah, New Jersey. Before she became a model and represented big brands, she had studied psychology. In 2017 she dropped out of college to pursue her calling on the catwalk.
Jeremy Ruehlemann on LinkedInLinkedIn
Over time, The model’s name became known on the international catwalks, where he also worked with companies like Perry Ellis and Tommy Hilfiger. He had also posed for various publications such as GQ and Playhouse Magazine. now lived in New York and was represented by Soul Artist Management.
The model’s latest Instagram post was filled with condolences from those mourning his departure.
THE NATION