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Lynn Ban, a celebrated jewelry designer and star of Netflix's Bling Empire, has died after complications from a skiing accident that occurred on Christmas Eve. Her son paid tribute to her resilience and spirit.
Lynn Ban, the renowned Singaporean jewelry designer and star of the popular Netflix reality series Bling Empire, has passed away following a skiing accident that led to a serious health crisis. The 51-year-old's son, Sebastian, confirmed her passing via an emotional Instagram tribute, where he described her as his "best friend and the best mother."The unfortunate incident took place in Aspen, USA, on Christmas Eve 2022. Ban had a fall while skiing, which she initially deemed minor due to her helmet. After skiing to the bottom of the slope, she experienced persistent headaches and, upon medical advice, went to a hospital. That visit revealed she was suffering from a brain bleed, prompting an emergency craniotomy a month ago.In a reflective post made on New Year's Eve, she recounted the life-altering moments of her accident and expressed gratitude for her survival, stating, "In a blink of an eye... life can change." Despite the challenges ahead, she had a positive outlook, sharing an image of her in bed with a partially shaved head from the surgery.Lynn Ban's vibrant career included designing jewelry for global icons such as Madonna, Beyoncé, and Lady Gaga, showcasing her work across fashion capitals like New York, London, and Paris. She featured in Bling Empire New York, a series that delved into the lives of affluent Asian American socialites in the Big Apple.Sebastian's heartfelt tribute underscored his mother's unwavering spirit, saying she "always had a smile on her face even when times are tough," and declared her as the "strongest woman" he knows.
