Make-up influencer Juliana Rocha dies aged just 25 after mysteriously vanishing from social media two months ago

• Influencer Juliana Rocha has died after vanishing from social media months ago  

Popular make-up influencer Juliana Rocha has died aged just 25 after mysteriously vanishing from social media two months ago. 

Rocha’s family announced the Brazilian influencer’s death on Monday to her thousands of fans on Instagram, without providing details on how she had died.

Rocha, who had 186,000 followers on Instagram and over 250,000 on TikTok where she shared make-up tutorials, had mysteriously stopped posting videos for two months before her death. 

‘It is with deep sorrow and sadness that Juliana Rocha’s family informs you, her audience and those who liked her, that she has passed away,’ her heartbroken family said in a post to Rocha’s Instagram Stories on Monday.

Rocha made her last social media post on 25 August, leaving her fans in the dark for weeks, wondering what had happened to the influencer.

The 25-year-old was much loved for her videos featuring tutorials and tips on make-up, fashion, nails and haircare. Her last TikTok post had 1.9 million views.

Popular make-up influencer Juliana Rocha has died aged just 25 after mysteriously vanishing from social media two months ago

Rocha’s family announced her death on Monday to her 186,000 fans on Instagram while her funeral was held yesterday for her relatives and friends

Popular make-up influencer Juliana Rocha (pictured) has died aged just 25 after mysteriously vanishing from social media two months ago

Shocked by the devastating news, her followers have been left speculating the reason for her death.

One person, claiming to be a friend of the family, said her death was due to cancer.

Thiago Mello wrote: ‘I’m in shock. Unfortunately, it’s true, people. I’m a friend of Marllon, and he confirmed it. Juliana was battling leukaemia.’

However, the influencer’s relatives have not directly commented on the matter.

Rocha hailed from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and enjoyed rap music and going to the beach, according to local reports.

The Pink 21 Cosméticos label, which had collaborated with Rocha on a video, commented: ‘We were very saddened by the news, Ju was an incredible partner, extremely dedicated and talented. 

‘We convey to family and colleagues our feelings and prayers at this time.’ 

Rocha’s friend, Priscila Paulo, wrote: ‘I can’t believe you’re gone, but wherever you are, you’ll be in a good place. Rest in peace, Ju. You will always be remembered.’

The 25-year-old was much loved for her videos featuring tutorials and tips on make-up, fashion, nails and haircare

Rocha made her last social media post on 25 August, leaving her fans in the dark for weeks, wondering what had happened to the influencer

Juliana Rocha has died aged just 25 after mysteriously vanishing from social media two months ago

The influencer marketing agency Helloo Folks, which managed the content creator, shared a post on Instagram Stories that read: ‘Juliana’s presence and influence will always be remembered, not only by us but by her entire audience.

‘Rest in peace, Ju, and may your light continue to shine in our hearts.’

Rocha’s fans, who spent hours watching the 25-year-old post make-up tutorials, paid tribute to the influencer. 

One wrote: ‘I can’t believe Juliana Rocha died, I loved watching her videos.’ Another added: ‘I still can’t believe that Juliana Rocha died, my God I loved her so much, may she rest in peace.’ 

Another fan wrote: ‘Sad news about the death of Juliana Rocha, a talented make-up influencer. Her unexpected departure reminds us that life is fragile and we must value every moment. Her legacy and creativity will love on in the world of makeup.’  

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