Grief in the fashion industry: Model Lucy Markovic dies at the age of 27

Great mourning for Lucy Markovic: The model, which was famous by the TV show “Australia’s Next Top Model” and later ran for large labels such as Armani and Versace, died at the age of 27. Your agency, Elite Model Management ,. The statement states that Markovic fought with a rare disease that affects the brain.

“Lucy was a bright, bright light and had an incredibly dry sense of humor,” said her agency in the message. “Your smile and laughter could illuminate a room.” Lucy Markovic also loved “to dance, she really shone”.

Modeling was one of Lucy’s dreams, “and we are deeply honored that we were part of this trip with her. She brought elegance, strength and beauty into her work. But she brought in more than that – her warmth, her laugh, her light”. The agency continues: “Your family and friends should know that they are in our prayers and hearts. We mourn with them and we celebrate the incredible person who was Lucy. We will never forget them.”

Markovic took part in the ninth season of “Australia’s Next Top Model” in 2015. She took second place and then made a successful model career. According to media reports, she participated in campaigns for brands such as Versace and Victoria Beckham and ran for Oscar de la Renta, Bulgari, Givenchy and Dolce & Gabbana above the catwalk. She also appeared in magazines such as “Marie Claire” and various international editions of the “Vogue”.

Fashion icon Donatella Versace (69) was one of the stars that Markovic recognized after the news about the death of the model on social media: “I’m so sorry to hear the news about @lucymarkovic,” she wrote. “Rest in peace, beautiful girl.”