Toddlers & Tiaras’ Kailia Posey dies by suicide – days after TLC star, 16, attended prom, heartbroken family confirm

TODDLERS & Tiaras star Kailia Posey died by suicide at age 16 in a "rash decision to end her earthly life," her heartbroken family has reportedly confirmed.

The tragic update came on Tuesday night, a day after the TV star's mother shared the initial news of the beloved teen's untimely death.

Kailia rose to fame on the popular TLC TV series Toddlers & Tiaras, which showcased young children preparing to compete in beauty pageants.

"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," the girl's family told .

In addition to her successful career on the pageant circuit and as a contortionist, Kailia's family told the outlet that she was selected for the cheerleading team at her high school for the upcoming year.

The 16-year-old also had a love for aviation and planned to pursue a commercial pilot's license while continuing her work in the entertainment industry, the family said.

Kailia's mom confirmed her daughter's shocking death on Facebook on Monday, writing: "... I don’t have words or any thoughts. A beautiful baby girl is gone."

"Please give us privacy as we mourn the loss of Kailia. My baby forever."

DEATH INVESTIGATION

Kailia was pronounced dead in Birch Bay State Park, in Washington, at around 1.20pm on Monday, Washington State Patrol (WSP) Trooper Jacob Kennett confirmed to The US Sun.

The park is a 30-minute drive from Kailia's home.

Kennett said WSP was summoned to the park at 1.26pm to assist the Whatcom County Sheriff's Office with a "juvenile death investigation."

Earlier reports suggested that Posey had been involved in a car accident in Las Vegas before her family revealed her cause of death on Tuesday night.

While confirming that Posey actually died in her home state of Washington, Trooper Kennett said he was unable to comment further.

A spokesperson for the Whatcom County Sheriff's Office declined to comment on the matter, telling The US Sun: "We are not releasing any information about that because it's an active investigation."