Turkish influencer and reality show star Nihal Candan tragically passed away at the age of 30 on Saturday, June 21, after a long battle with anorexia nervosa.
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The young woman was hospitalized when her heart stopped, and despite the medical team’s efforts to revive her, her death was confirmed.
According to local reports, Nihal had lost around 40 kilograms over the past two years and weighed approximately 22 kg at the time of her death.
Even under medical treatment, her body could not withstand the complications of the illness.
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Her deeply shaken sister shared the heartbreaking news on social media, revealing that she had called the hospital for updates on Nihal’s condition. During the call, she was informed that doctors were performing resuscitation efforts, but the official confirmation of death followed shortly afterward.
Fans across the country paid emotional tributes to the influencer, describing her as a “beautiful woman full of light”.
Following the news of Nihal’s death, the Federation of Women’s Associations of Turkey issued a powerful statement: “The death of Nihal Candan due to anorexia nervosa once again shows that the pressures and expectations imposed by society on women’s bodies can reach deadly levels.”
Nihal rose to fame in Turkey through her appearances on television and her work as a digital influencer. Her death raises an important debate about beauty standards and the pressure women face in the media industry.
Images: Instagram @nihalcandann. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
