The MTV show Teen Mom’s spin-off 16 And Pregnant has, time and time again, introduced viewers to many young mothers, bringing their journeys, relationship dramas, and struggles with early motherhood into the spotlight. Fans are drawn to the show for its raw and honest portrayal of these challenges. Some stars often leave a lasting impression on viewers
One such star was Autumn Crittendon, who appeared in season 5, episode 2. At that time, she was pregnant with her eldest son, Drake, and dating her then-partner, Dustin Franklin. Fans last saw Autumn on TV in 2014. Now, they are faced with tragic news. Recently, her sister, Misty Crittendon, confirmed that Autumn had passed away at only 27 years old.
Teen Mom: Autumn Crittendon Had Health Issues Before Her Tragic Death!
Fans first met Autumn Crittendon during season 5 of MTV’s 16 and Pregnant. Although she did not appear in the show’s spin-off series, Teen Mom, Autumn was a memorable part of the series. The show documented her giving birth to her eldest son, Drake, with then-boyfriend Dustin Franklin. She later welcomes two more children.
According to authorities, Autumn Crittendon tragically passed away on Saturday, July 20, at the age of 27. Her sister, Misty Crittendon, confirmed the heartbreaking news on Facebook, referring to Autumn as “my twin, my rock.” According to TMZ, Autumn was found unresponsive at her residence in Henrico County, Virginia. The paramedics arrived around 3:15 pm. Despite their attempts to revive her, Autumn was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Henrico police have launched a death investigation, working with the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to determine the exact cause and manner of death. The authorities have also urged anyone with information regarding the incident to contact them. Teen Mom fans are heartbroken over the loss of another star. The news is deeply sorrowful, and the loss of Autumn at such a young age is truly devastating.
Teen Mom: Autumn Crittendon’s Sister Pens Emotional Tribute!
On Sunday, July 21, Autumn’s sister, Misty, changed her profile picture on Facebook. She now has a picture with the late Teen Mom star on display, along with hashtags “#JusticeforAutumn #CrittendonStrong.” In a now-deleted Facebook post, Misty pens a heart-wrenching tribute to her late sister. “I love you more than words can even come close. Rest Easy, my beautiful angel, but seriously, don’t rest, come back,” she wrote, according to Starcasm.
“Wake me up. I miss you so f**king much, dude. I wasn’t ready to lose you. None of us were. So come back,” Misty added. In the emotional post, Misty also appeared to direct her anger toward a man for Autumn’s death. Speculations suggest that Misty is referring to Autumn’s boyfriend before her death. “YOU robbed my babies of their mother. YOU robbed my mother of her baby,” the aggressive texts read, according to Starcasm. The cause of Autumn’s death is unclear as of now. Hopefully, the truth will come out soon. For more exciting news updates, stay tuned to TV Season & Spoilers.