18-year-old dancers found death in their home, remember by loved ones

An 18-year-old dancer remembers her loved ones after her tragic death.

Layla-Maria Grubb was found dead in her home in Australia on Saturday, July 19, according to Daily telegraph.

Her family told The outlet that the teenager died just a few hours after she was sent home from a hospital after a suspected seizure.

“We all want to know what happened. We are looking for answers,” told Grubb’s mother, Beth Ashton, to Daily telegraph.

Grubb studied at Dance Company Village Nation. The company’s director, Briden Starr, described her as a “healthy, positive, focused girl”, per Daily mail.

In a heartfelt post on social media that was shared after his daughter’s death, Ashton wrote: “Our girl left us too soon.”

“Layla-Maria brought so much joy, light and love for the life of anyone who knew her. A wonderful dancer, who moved through life with the same beauty and passion she brought to the stage,” she continued. “Her laughter, kindness and beautiful spirit will be deeply missed and forever remember.”

“Although her time with us was far too short, her impact will remain in our hearts, forever 18. ❤,” concluded the grieving mother. “We kindly pray for your thoughts and prayers for our family during this incredibly difficult time.”

JLC Dance Company – which Grubb belonged to in western Australia – also shared a tribute. The organization said the teenager left Sydney 2023 to pursue a professional career in dance.

“Layla was on a track to the star and had enormous potential,” wrote JLC Dance Company at Facebook. “Layla was an amazing student and friend, with a great personality and huge smile that lit up all the rooms.”

The group continued: “Layla was a fantastic friend for many of our employees and students and this devastating news has affected the entire JLC family and anyone who knew Layla no matter how long or short.

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On one Gofundme The site, Grubb’s friends said they wanted to “give Layla the broadcast she really deserves” and celebrate her life in a way “that reflects the incredible love and joy she brought into our lives.”

“Layla was pure light – a fantastic dancer with an infectious laugh!” The friends continued and also remember Grubb as “the most fun, silly, most lively girl you could ever meet and light up every room with her laughter and fun.”

A funeral service for the dancer will be held in Sydney on Friday 1 August.

Grubb’s death investigation has been referred to the New South Wales Coroner, the local police told people.

“Because of the early stage of the matter, we cannot give further details right now,” said a spokesman.