Kailia Posey From ‘Toddlers and Tiaras’ Viral GIF Dead at 16

Kailia Posey, a teen best known for a viral GIF and an appearance on reality show "Toddlers & Tiaras" has died. Kailia and her mother were featured on the TLC show, however, she was probably best recognized for a viral GIF of her as a little girl making funny faces. On Monday, Kailia’s mother, Marcy, confirmed her death on Facebook, writing, “I don’t have words or any thoughts. A beautiful baby girl is gone.” She was 16 years old.

[facekidnoise]

Oh man, I'm a father of a 16 year old boy and I cannot even imagine the pain, this is something a parent should not experience my thoughts and prayers to her family. Rip

[carramrod]

We lost my brother when he was 18. My parents have never been the same. A parent should never have to bury a kid, sadly it happens all the time. Condolences to the family

[bayleenot_bailey]

People were saying it was a car accident, but it has now been reveled it was suicide. a family member made a sad paper about it and it said, "although she was an accomplished teenager with a bright future ahead of her, unfortunately in one impetuous moment, she made the rash decision to end her earthly life." may she rest in peace.

[GuadalupeGuacamole]

Be kind to one another…you never know the struggles someone is facing inside.

[EJofLA]

She looked so full of fun and life and was absolutely stunning as a young woman. My sincere condolences on the passing of Kailia.

[kpopunofficialchannel]

She was one of the rare ones who was funny and not spoiled, and actually talented, can’t believe this happened, I want to know what could have caused such a horrible outcome…

[liv]

she was one of my best friends growing up. we went to the same dance studio and this still shocks me to this day that she’s gone. she was a beautiful soul and she was so incredibly talented.

[mariagaona]

This is so sad. My son went to middle school with her.
Breaks my heart that a young beautiful lady was hurting inside so bad.
R.I.P. BABYGIRL

[fatimateresa]

I remember her from pageants. She was funny, talented and not spoiled.
Also she was so good at contorsionism.
RIP

[liamthetranskid]

My god! It’s horrible how people can go so quickly I feel so sorry for her family she is in a better place now my condolences go to them fly high 😇

[misstinahamilton]

Regardless of what a person looks like on the outside or how great their life seems - you never know what they struggle with .

[lydiaames]

My heart goes out to you. I lost my daughter 3 years ago she was 19. Know that grief is unique to each person. Take care of yourself. With time it becomes bearable and the memories become sweeter. God bless you.

[josegarza]

My grandmother had 11 kids and buried 5 sons before she passed at 93. I always wondered what kind of heart or strength she had throughout her life. Miss you wela!

[wizardpenguintb]

I couldn't imagine being in the parents' shoes right now, having lost such a talented daughter at such a young age. My condolences to her family, and may she rest in peace 🕊

[bettywithgirls]

Usually if they don't say how they died, it's by suicide. My condolences. Such a shame she thought this would solve all her problems. There's always help. God bless.

[gasmith]

STOP putting your kids in pageants!! It’s TOXIC.

[darrenbaker]

I’m so sorry, she had such a personality. ❤️

[umanyeongg]

There's a saying in korea that goes "When children die, adults lose hope. When Adults die, children lose wisdom." I hope Kailia's family gets all the love and support that they can possibly get. And I wish that they never lose hope, may she rest in peace 🕊

[petuiniapig]

“Toddlers & Tiaras” star Kailia Posey was “struggling” before her suicide, a close friend says.

“We knew she was struggling with a few things, and we all did everything we could to encourage her and help, ” reveals the pal, whose name Page Six is keeping anonymous out of privacy.

[kiracarter]

My youngest Son lost his battle with Mental Illness on 03/07/24. My heart goes out to any parent that has to bury a teen child no matter what the cause of death is.