Laney Chantal died on October 31, 2022, in Milford, Michigan. Her family confirmed the unfortunate news in a public obituary, sharing that she had “struggled with several mental illnesses throughout her adult life.”
The family did not provide additional details on her demise besides that it was caused by “an accidental drug overdose.”
The Parkhurst family requested donations to a foundation called The Brain & Behavior Research, stating the mental struggles their daughter experienced throughout her life. She had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder (BPD) and addiction.
Six months before her death, Laney had posted a photo of a pink coffin being buried on her Instagram.
Fellow makeup artist Gabriella Accarino paid her tribute and remembered Laney as her “sister and soulmate,” noting her genuineness, talent, and beautiful soul.