Klaudiaglam (Image: GOFUNDME)
The mother of Instagram influencer Klaudiaglam, real name Klaudia Zakrzewska, has issued a statement after her daughter was killed after being struck by a car in London. The 32-year-old, from Essex, was struck In Soho outside the Inca nightclub.at around 4.30am on April 19.
The influencer, known online as Klaudiaglam, was rushed to hospital but died on Saturday. Gabrielle Carrington, a 29-year-old former X Factor finalist, appeared in court last Tuesday charged with attempted murder. The charge was upgraded to murder following Klaudia’s death. A GoFundMe page in the name of Klaudia’s mum Kinga, had been set up last week which described her as being “in a coma and desperately fighting for her life”. In an update following her daughter’s death, Kinga has now shared a heartbreaking tribute, writing: “My precious daughter has gained her wings and is now at peace among the angels. She brought so much love, joy, and light into our lives, and that light will never fade.”
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Klaudiaglam’s mum posts a heartbreaking tribute after the announcement of her death (Image: klaudiaglam/Instagram)
She continued: “As we navigate this unimaginable loss, I am committed to giving my beautiful angel the farewell she deserves, a service filled with love, dignity, and the grace that reflects who she was.
“The funds raised will go toward her funeral arrangements, ensuring she is laid to rest in the most meaningful and special way possible.”
The mum also said she is determined to fight for justice for her daughter and added: “Part of the donations will help cover legal fees as I pursue the best possible representation to fight for her and her memory.”
She also thanked people for the love and support they showed to the family during the “incredibly difficult time”
She said: “I want to take a moment to thank each and every one of you for the kindness, love, and support you’ve shown. Your messages, prayers, and donations truly mean the world to me and I know they would mean everything to her as well.”
She added: “Please continue to keep our family in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time. Thank you again for standing beside us, for lifting us up, and for helping honor my daughter’s life. Her love lives on in all of us.”
Klaudiaglam had over 270,000 followers on Instagram (Image: klaudiaglam/Instagram)
Klaudia Zakrzewska, a TikTok and Instagram influencer known by the handle Klaudiaglam, had over 270,000 followers on Instagram.
At the time of writing, the fundriaser has reached over £26,200. The family said they had been exploring every possible treatment and care option to keep Klaudia alive and comfortable, with support helping them continue that fight.
Funds raised were being used towards legal fees, supporting the family and any available medical care.
They added that, if her condition worsened, donations would also help cover funeral costs and provide ongoing support for the family.
Carrington, of Broadfield Road, Manchester, faces additional charges including dangerous driving, drink driving, grievous bodily harm with intent and actual bodily harm.
A 58-year-old man suffered life-changing injuries in the incident, while a third woman sustained a minor wrist injury.
The former X Factor finalist, who performed as part of Miss Dynamix in 2013 and now has over 365,000 Instagram followers under the name RIELLEUK, did not enter any pleas in court last week and is due to appear at the Old Bailey on May 19.