Sarah Becker, The Real World Alumnus, Dies by Suicide at Age 52: Tributes Pour in from Former Castmates

Sarah Becker, a star of The Real World’s fifth season, passed away at the age of 52 by suicide at her home in Illinois. Her family confirmed the news to TMZ. Becker had recently moved from California to Illinois to take care of sick family members and had been struggling with mental health issues and anxiety after a skateboarding accident.

Becker’s former cast mates are paying tribute to her on social media, expressing their sadness and offering their condolences to her family. Dan Renzi wrote on Instagram that he was deeply saddened by her death and that the intense experience they shared on the show had created a deep connection among them, even if they had lost touch over the years. Cynthia Roberts also paid tribute to Becker on Instagram, expressing her sadness and praying for her happiness in the afterlife.

Flora Alekseyeun, another former roommate of Becker, was shocked to hear about her passing and described her as a selfless and kind person. She shared that she hadn’t spoken to Becker in years but was aware of her struggles with mental health issues. The Real World cast members are mourning the loss of Sarah Becker and remember her as a kind and helpful person who struggled with suicidal thoughts. They are urging those who are struggling with similar thoughts to seek help from resources such as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline or Crisis Text Line.