Bachelor Star Gia Allemand Dies Possible Suicide Attempt

We are sad to report that Bachelor star, Gia Allemand, died earlier today in hospital. The 29 year old who was on Jake Pavelka's season was admitted to hospital on Monday morning in critical condition. Bachelornation has been rocked by the news of Gia's sudden death.

Ali Fedotowsky tweets, "We lost an incredible human being today @giaallemand."

Jake Pavelka tweets, "I am in complete shock and devastated to hear the news about Gia. She was one of the sweetest people I have ever known."

We were privileged to chat with Gia and she did her first ever blog post for our website.

Here is the official statement of Gia's passing..

Television personality and Model/Actress Gia Marie Allemand (29) passed away today at University Hospital, New Orleans. While in her residency in New Orleans on Monday night, Ms. Allemand was found by her boyfriend, NBA Basketball Player Ryan Anderson, following an apparent suicide attempt. Mr. Anderson contacted 911 and emergency medical crews were immediately dispatched to the scene. Tuesday, Ms. Allemand remained in the hospital unconscious in critical condition and on life support.

Due to a critical loss of brain and organ function, life support was withdrawn today. Ms. Allemand passed away peacefully with her mother, boyfriend, and other life-long friends by her side. As a practicing Christian, Gia did receive the sacrament of last rites. Loved ones and fans will remember Gia Allemand as a caring woman who loved her family and was well-known for her compassion towards animals and mission to rescue homeless pets.

Funeral arrangements will be forthcoming in another official statement once available. On behalf of the family, we sincerely ask for privacy at this time.