Announcement of Her Passing

Markovic’s family shared the heartbreaking news via an Instagram story on April 10th, stating, “I regret letting you know that Lucy has passed away.” The message conveyed that she was surrounded by family during her final moments and requested privacy for relatives during this difficult time.

Health Challenges and Surgical Plans

Despite her success in the fashion industry—having walked for prominent designers such as Versace, Armani, and Victoria Beckham—Markovic faced significant health issues. She was diagnosed with arterioenterological malformations (AVM), a serious condition involving tangled blood vessels in the brain, which affects about three in every 10,000 individuals, as noted by the Australian Brain Foundation.

In a candid post made shortly before her death, Markovic disclosed her struggles with this condition over the last four years and detailed her upcoming surgery, which was rescheduled to April 2nd, after originally being set for March 26th.

A Legacy Remembered

Markovic rose to fame as the runner-up in the 2015 season of Australia’s Next Top Model. Her agency, Elite Model Management in New York City, expressed their grief on social media, describing her as “a bright, sparkling light” with a remarkable sense of humor. They highlighted how her presence lit up any room she entered.

In a poignant tribute, her agency emphasized, “Modeling was one of Lucy’s dreams, and we are very honored to have been part of her journey.” They recognized her grace, strength, and beauty, adding, “We mourn you and celebrate an incredible person. We will never forget her.”

Tributes from the Industry

Many from the fashion world, including Donatella Versace, who recently stepped down as the creative director at Versace, shared their condolences. Versace reposted a photo of Markovic from the runway, writing, “Sorry to hear the news about Lucy Markovic. Rest in Peace Beautiful Girl.” The heartfelt message included a pigeon emoji, symbolizing peace.