Jewelry Designer Lynn Ban, Star of Netflix's 'Bling Empire: New York,' Passes Away After Skiing Accident and Brain Surgery
Rihanna Pays Tribute to Ban, Calling Her a "Forever Love" Following the Tragic Loss
Lynn Ban, the renowned jewelry designer and star of Netflix's Bling Empire: New York, has tragically passed away after complications from brain surgery following a skiing accident. Her son, Sebastian, shared the heartbreaking news on Wednesday.
In an emotional Instagram post, Sebastian remembered his mother as a fighter who always maintained a positive spirit. “She always had a smile on her face even when times were tough during her recovery process,” he wrote. “She was a fighter until the end and is the strongest woman I know.”
Ban had been vacationing with her family in Aspen when a fall on Christmas Eve while skiing led to a brain injury. Though she was initially cleared by ski patrol, Ban later began to experience a severe headache, prompting a visit to a paramedic. A CAT scan revealed a brain bleed, leading to emergency surgery.
Though the specific cause of her death has not been disclosed, Ban's son confirmed that she passed away on Monday. He honored her in his post with a series of cherished family photos and a poignant tribute: “As a final message to my mum, I would just like to say that I will miss you forever and to end in something she always told me: 'I love you more than life itself' mum.”
Ban’s passing has resonated deeply within the fashion and entertainment communities. Rihanna, who frequently wore Ban's jewelry designs, expressed her love for the designer, calling her a “forever love.”
Ban was a star on Bling Empire: New York, a spinoff of the hit series Bling Empire, which follows the lives of affluent Asian American socialites. The New York edition mirrored its predecessor's premise, offering a glimpse into the high-society world of its vibrant cast.
Dorothy Wang, another star of the show, shared her grief online, remembering Ban’s deep devotion to her family. “Yes, she loved her fashion and her looks, but what truly mattered most to her was always you and your father, her tribe,” Wang wrote. “We are all heartbroken.”
Ban's passing marks a profound loss for the fashion world and her loved ones, leaving behind a legacy of strength, creativity, and family love.