‘I absolutely adore you', cries ex-Miss Ireland in heart-breaking tribute to ‘remarkable' late dad after cancer battle
FORMER Miss Ireland Jasmine Gerhardt has announced the death of her father Rudolf.
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beauty's dad sadly passed away after a long-term battle with pancreatic cancer.
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Jasmine Gerhardt's father has passed away
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He was diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer days after his daughter was crowned Miss Ireland
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Jasmine made an emotional tribute to her dad on social media
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27-year-old Jasmine, from Clonsilla, took to her
today to share the devastating personal news with her fans.
Rudolf was diagnosed with stage four of the disease just days after his girl took home the Miss Ireland crown back in 2023.
On her social media Jasmine, who has a master's degree in Human Rights and European Union Law, posted some beautiful snaps she had taken over the years with her dad.
In one photo, the pair were all smiles as they grinned wide for a quick selfie.
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In another snap, Jasmine looked over the moon to be on FaceTime with her dad while he was soaking up the sun on a holiday.
In a heart-warming throwback snap to when she was a tot, Jasmine looked unrecognisable sitting on her dad's shoulders as they both explored a stables.
She also penned a heartfelt message to her late dad alongside the images.
She said: "Rest in Peace Dad. The love of my life, my best friend I truly don't know how I will live without you.
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"Thank you for being the most remarkable man I'll ever meet - I adore you dad I absolutely adore you. Until we meet again Schatzi."
Friends and fans raced to the model's comment section to share their condolences.
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Former Xposé host, Glenda Gilson wrote: "Aww, I'm sorry, Jasmine. Thinking of you all today."
Aoife commented: "Aw Jas I'm so sorry to hear this & so sorry for your loss. Sending you love."
Chris wrote: "Jasmine so sorry for your loss, thinking of you and your family."
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Another fan added: "Sending so much love to you Jas. You are so strong and I'm sure he is the proudest Dad in the world."
Jasmine had the honour of holding the Miss Ireland title for longer than usual as there was no ceremony in 2024.
But due to her dad's illness and eventual passing, she was unable to make
During the evening, 21 finalists stepped out into the spotlight vying for the coveted crown at the glam event.
However, only one of the girls could emerge on top to claim the Miss
title - and that was Caoimhe Kenny, daughter of former
manager, Stephen Kenny.
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