'America's Next Top Model' Contestant Killed in Triple Homicide
by Andy Neuenschwander
Tragedy has struck in Charlotte, North Carolina, where "America's Next Top Model" contestant Mirjana Puhar has been murdered.
Puhar was reportedly a victim in a triple homicide at her boyfriend's home in Charlotte. Puhar, her boyfriend Jonathan Cosme Alvarado and a friend, Jusmar Isiah Gonzaga-Garcia, were found dead in Alvarado's home. Police have already arrested charged a man, Emmanual Jesus Rangel, with the murders.
Puhar was a contestant on last year's 21st cycle of the show, and was eliminated in episode 10. Already there's been an outpouring of support from her fellow "ANTM" contestants as they eulogize her on social media and offer support to her family.
"I Love You @mirjanapuhar #RIP #ANTMCycle21," tweeted Keith Carlos, who won the cycle that Puhar appeared in.
Will Jardell, who also competed in cycle 21 and was a runner-up, wrote a long and heartfelt Facebook post. "@mirjanapuhar you are an amazing human being and you will be extremely missed," he wrote. "All I can do is think about the hilarious memories we've had together and smile. You are one of the kindest most passionate people I know and I am at a loss knowing that you are gone. Reality TV may have painted you one way but make no mistake you are an incredible and loving person that the world will truly miss. You are a part of my family and always will be. I pray for your family and friends during this time and I pray that you can rest in peace knowing that your #antm family LOVES you forever and always. I love you @mirjanapuhar #antmfamily."