The late adult film star Sofia Leone told fans in her tragic final post before her death to “go out and appreciate life a little bit more,” but her agency said it was They announced that they are investigating the incident as a “home invasion murder.”
The Miami-born actress, who was found “unresponsive” in her New Mexico apartment on March 1, shared a poignant message to her 300,000 followers on Instagram in September.
“Let’s go out and appreciate life a little bit more today,” the 26-year-old said as she flashed a peace sign to the Post’s cameras. She posed with white sunglasses and a white handbag slung over her shoulder.
101 Modeling, the Los Angeles-based agency that handled some of Leone’s bookings, said it was investigating her death as a “home invasion homicide.”
“Our hearts are broken by the untimely and tragic death of our beloved Sophia Leone. A beautiful spirit who touched so many of us. Rest in peace, sweet angel, as we pray Just know how much I loved you,” the agency said in X.
Meanwhile, tributes to Leone continue to pour in.
Instagram/Zosophia Leone
“Sad, sad day to learn that Sophia Leone has passed away. I love you, baby,” fellow adult film star Riley Kay Carlson told X. “You taught me a lot in this industry early on. I hope you’re in a better place now.”
Another porn actress, Riley Jean, wrote: She said: “I am so sorry to everyone who knew my girlfriend Sophia. She and I interacted a few times, but we were never close.”
“If you need someone to talk to, feel free to message me. These are difficult times for all of us,” she added.
Adult star Penelope Woods also mourned Leone’s death.
“My condolences to Sofia. You were so honest and kind to me and made me laugh the few times we spent together. I’m so upset that you were taken from this world.” Ms. Woods wrote.
“Thank you for blessing us with your presence. Rest in peace Sophia, you will always be in my heart,” she added.
Fans also shared messages of sadness on Leone’s page.
“Oh my god, I can’t believe she’s gone! Her soul was so pure and beautiful. I can’t find the right words right now,” one person said.
“Prayers to her and her family,” another added.
Leone’s father-in-law, Mike Romero, started a GoFundMe page to share the family’s grief.
“It is with great sadness that we have to share the news of the passing of our beloved Sophia. Her family and friends are devastated and shocked by Sophia’s sudden death,” he wrote. .
“Sofia was a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, and friend. She had a deep love for all animals, especially her three pets. She loved traveling. He always found a way to make those around him smile,” Romero added.
Leone, who broke into the industry in 2014, has appeared in more than 80 films, according to her IMDb page.
News of her death comes days after fellow porn star Emily Willis was reportedly found unresponsive and “fighting for her life” at a Malibu rehab facility where she was being treated for addiction. It has arrived.
The 25-year-old, whose real name is Lizzi Lala Banulos, had been at Celebrity Rehabilitation Center for eight days when she went into cardiac arrest on February 5, according to her stepfather, Michael Willis.
She is reported to be in a “vegetative coma” and although her condition is stable, her family is preparing for the worst.
