Why 'Born This Way' Fans Are Mourning Cristina Sanz's Sudden Passing

“Born This Way” star Cristina Sanz has died after suffering sudden cardiac arrest.

Sanz was 36 years old. She’s known for starring in the A&E reality series, which followed adults with Down syndrome overcoming obstacles and pursuing their personal and professional goals.

Sanz’s parents, Mariano and Beatriz, announced the heartbreaking news on Instagram Wednesday.