Camila Maria Concepcion Dead - 'Gentefied' Writer Dies at 28 by Suicide

Camila Maria Concepcion has sadly died. She was only 28-years-old.

The Gentefied writer and trans Latina advocate sadly took her own life on Friday (February 21), her representative confirmed to Variety.

“We are heartbroken by the loss of Camila Concepción,” the Gentefied team said in a statement. “She was hired as our writers’ assistant on ‘Gentefied,’ but quickly made her way into our hearts as a sister, writer and friend. She co-wrote episode 109 ‘Protest Tacos,’ and we were so blown away by her amazing talent and unique voice. She was definitely a force to be reckoned with and we are deeply saddened by the loss of one of our brightest stars.”

Our thoughts are with Camila Maria Concepcion‘s loved ones during this difficult time.