Model Sahara Ray, Justin Bieber's ex, dies at 34
Yahoo News New Zealand • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Australian model and influencer Sahara Ray, known for her swimwear brand Sahara Ray Swim and past relationships with celebrities like Justin Bieber and Cody Simpson, died at age 34, surrounded by family; the cause of death was not disclosed.
- Ray had been living with Guillain-Barré syndrome, a rare autoimmune disorder causing paralysis, which she developed after a car accident and subsequent infection in 2024; she had been primarily wheelchair-bound but appeared to regain some mobility later.
- Despite her health challenges, Ray became a mother to a daughter named Snow in January 2026, sharing her motherhood journey on social media until July, her final post featuring her baby.
- Tributes from friends and followers have poured in on social media, highlighting her impact and the love she received during her life.
