Project Runway Contestant Sha'Vi Lewis Dead At 39

Project Runway star Sha’Vi Lewis passed away on Monday.

Sha’Vi’s sister Akira confirmed the sad loss in a statement to TMZ on Tuesday, expressing:

“We are in a state of disbelief as we come to the reality that our star has been caste into eternity. As the days move forward we will continue to wrap our minds around a future without your presence.”

So sad. He was just 39. No cause of death was confirmed.

Sha’Vi placed 10th on Season 18 of Project Runway in 2020. He grew up in New Jersey and attended Clark Atlanta University. Along with producing his own self-titled clothing line, he was also a creative director for the menswear line, Stephen F. You can see highlights from his time on the Bravo show (below):

Addressing his budding career, Akira continued:

“While the world is just catching on to the name Sha’vi we knew he was and is great! Continue to pray as we mourn the loss of our loved one, Franklin Shavi Lewis Frierson Jr.”

Our hearts go out to all his loved ones. May he rest in peace.

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