Glen Powell (L); Cheslie Kryst.Photo: Leon Bennett/Getty; Gilbert Carrasquillo/Getty
Glen Powellis sharing a sweet story about the lateCheslie Kryst, and the impact she had on two of his most beloved family members.
On Tuesday, the actortweeted a tributeto Miss USA 2019Kryst — who died at age 30on Sunday — alongside astory she interviewed him forback in 2020, while working as a host forExtra.
“My niece & nephew watched me do this interview w/ @CheslieKryst. They said, ‘she’s a real life princess,’ " wrote theTop Gun: Maverickstar, 33. “She took the time to talk w/ them afterwards and then mailed them signed photos.”
“She was kind, authentic - forever the Powell’s [sic] princess.#RIP,” Powell concluded.
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Kryst’s familyconfirmed her death in a statementon Sunday. “Her great light was one that inspired others around the world with her beauty and strength. She cared, she loved, she laughed and she shined,” the family said.
“Cheslie embodied love and served others, whether throughher work as an attorneyfighting for social justice, as Miss USA and as a host onExtra. But most importantly, as a daughter, sister, friend, mentor and colleague – we know her impact will live on,” the family added.
“Cheslie was not just a vital part of our show, she was a beloved part of ourExtrafamily and touched the entire staff,” the program added.
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Since news of her death, many celebrities and organizations to which Kryst contributed havepaid tribute to her on social media.
“I’m devastated I just found out about My friend@chesliekrystpassing I just don’t know what to say what to feel this is crazy,“Kenya MooreofThe Real Housewives of Atlantawrote onInstagram. “We were always texting and talking and in constant contact laughing and sharing. Literally I just spoke to her last week.”
“She was a glorious human being and so sweet and caring I just can’t deal with this,” continued Moore, 51. “She made me so proud to call her my sister and the world proud. A true role model I looked up to HER! God please comfort her family the world has lost a truly special human being. I’m just so devastated 🖤.”
“Dear God hearing the news of Cheslie Kryst’s death is deeply painful,” wroteTamron Hallon Twitter. “Being a witness to Cheslie’s strength was an unforgettable experience and hearing her share the journey to Miss USA was so special. My prayers are with Cheslie’s family and friends.”
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source: people.com
