Sarah Becker, who gained fame for her appearance on MTV’s The Real World Season 5, has sadly passed away at the age of 52. She was a cast member on the reality series set in Miami. According to TMZ, Becker died by suicide earlier this week at her home in Illinois, as confirmed by her family.
Sarah Becker was a vibrant and energetic person who left a lasting impression on everyone she met. Her co-stars on the season included Dan Renzi, Melissa Padrón, Joe Patane, Cynthia Roberts, Flora Alekseyeun, and Mike Lambert. During her time on the show, she famously brought home a puppy named Leroy.
Friends and fans of Becker have taken to social media to share their memories and express their condolences. Daniel Norton posted on Facebook, “Sarah Becker was made of pure sunshine… Full of energy and positivity, you couldn’t help but feel her warmth standing in her presence. I am grateful for our adventures and laughs. Big hugs to all the Wildstorm fam!” Norton described Becker as someone who leaves a lasting impression on everyone she meets, full of fond memories and funny stories.
Another friend of Becker, Joel Benjamin, shared photos and memories of her on Facebook, describing her as one of the nicest people he had ever known, always with a smile and bubbly personality. TMZ reported that Becker had moved to Illinois to take care of family and had been struggling with mental health in recent months. She had been involved in a skateboarding accident not long before her passing.
Becker’s last Facebook post, dated June 14, asked for dentist recommendations. On The Real World: Miami
