Beloved and controversial influencer Mary Magdalene, born Denise Ivonne Jarvis Gongora, has died at age 33 after falling from the ninth floor of a high-rise apartment in Patong, Phuket, Thailand earlier this week. Her death has sent shockwaves through social media and ignited urgent conversations about fame, mental health and the pressures that come with life online.
According to local authorities, Gongora's body was discovered in the parking area of the Patong Tower after she fell from the balcony around 1:50 p.m. on December 9. People reported that guests staying in the building alerted staff when they found her lifeless below, and her identity was later confirmed by police and family members.
Gongora, who amassed more than 400,000 followers across her Instagram accounts and OnlyFans pages, became known for her striking look, extreme cosmetic surgeries and vivid tattoo art, part of a personal aesthetic she openly shared with her audience. Over the years, she underwent dozens of procedures, openly documenting the transformations and complications that came with them.
Family and friends have taken to social networks to mourn the sudden loss. Her brother Ivan shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, writing that she was "so funny and so creative," and expressing regret that they didn't have more time together. "You are my world," he wrote, pausing the online frenzy with raw emotion.
Celebrities and fellow influencers also flooded social platforms with tributes. From artists to friends in the digital community, many spoke of her fearless personality and unconventional artistry that defied traditional beauty standards and built her a fiercely loyal following.
Thai police are continuing to investigate the precise circumstances surrounding the fall, pending forensic reports. At this time, authorities have not released a full cause of death or ruled on whether it was accidental or intentional.
© 2025 Latin Times. All rights reserved. Do not reproduce without permission.
