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Epoch Times
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Epoch Times
‘Floribama Shore' Star Kirk Medas Dies at 33 Following Battle With Necrotizing Pancreatitis
Kirk Medas, best known for his role on MTV's reality series 'Floribama Shore,' died on May 2 after a prolonged hospitalization due to severe complications from necrotizing pancreatitis. He was 33. 'We are deeply saddened to learn of the tragic passing of Kirk Medas, a beloved member of the 'Floribama Shore' family,' MTV wrote in a Medas was admitted to a Miami-area intensive care unit in mid-April, where he was placed on a ventilator and remained for nearly two weeks. Kirk's father confirmed that his son ultimately succumbed to liver failure, according to According to the Cleveland Clinic, necrotizing pancreatitis occurs when inflammation in the pancreas leads to the death of pancreatic tissue, potentially causing severe complications, including infection and organ failure. In Medas's case, the condition led to sepsis and eventual liver failure. Prior to Kirk's death, close friends and former co-stars, including Aimee Hall and Nilsa Prowant, shared updates about his condition and urged fans to contribute to a GoFundMe campaign launched by his mother. The fundraiser, which was later updated to include funeral costs, raised more than $36,000. 'He has no medical insurance, so your donations will be greatly appreciated,' the campaign description read. Hall, who appeared alongside Medas on 'Floribama Shore' from 2017 to 2020, revealed on May 1 that he had been sedated and on a ventilator. Related Stories 5/3/2025 4/30/2025 'I've been lucky enough to stay connected through FaceTime with his roommates and close friends who've been keeping us updated daily,' she Prowant, another co-star and longtime friend, also shared a video to She also shared her plans to send all the money she raised from the post directly to Medas's mother to support his recovery. 'One of the toughest things I've had to go through is seeing someone who's like my brother fighting like he is.' Medas was featured in 25 episodes of 'Floribama Shore,' which ran for four seasons as a successor to MTV's 'Jersey Shore.' The show followed eight young adults living together in the Florida Panhandle and debuted in 2017.
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Yahoo
Forsyth County woman returned fake Apple Watches to Target for real money, police say
A Forsyth County woman has been indicted on theft charges after investigators say she returned knockoffs for real cash. According to court documents obtained by Channel 2 Action News, Lynisha Younger was indicted last month on charges of theft by deception. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The indictment references alleged thefts that occurred in early 2023. Younger is accused of walking into a Cumming Target on two separate occasions and returning a total of four counterfeit Apple Watches in exchange for money from the store. TRENDING STORIES: 10-year-old girl dies when tree falls on Atlanta home Missing swimmer recovered from Lake Oconee Kirk Medas, star of MTV's 'Floribama Shore,' dead at 33 Each time, Younger received approximately $1,600. She was arrested in January 2024 and released on a $22,110 bond a few days later. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Daily Mirror
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
MTV star admits 'one regret' in tragic final posts before death at 33
Fans of raucous Jersey Shore spin-off Floribama Shore were left heartbroken when it was announced that the show's star Kirk Medas had passed away after several weeks in hospital Floribama Shore star Kirk Medas shared his one regret in life, just weeks before his unexpected death from necrotising pancreatitis. The 33-year-old was an original cast member of the rowdy MTV reality show, which ran for four series, and follows a group of eight 20-somethings living it up on the 'pan handle' coast which runs between Florida and Alabama. For the two weeks leading up to his death, Medas was in an intensive care unit at a Miami hospital, with his family telling TMZ that he was in a coma and unable to breathe for himself. They later confirmed he had died from liver failure. Eight weeks ago Medas appeared to be in good health, and posted a video of himself working out in the gym. He also posted a poignant caption reflecting on his life, and how he regretted not getting sober sooner. He wrote: "Lost a lot the past year but stayed resilient through it all. Mind, body, spirit. Changing my lifestyle completely was the start. "Putting down the bottle and picking up the Bible was the best thing I ever done. "My only regret is not making such changes earlier on in life. Still far from perfect but my mind is so much more clear. This is the loneliness men should go through. Me vs me." Medas appeared in 25 episodes of Floribama Shore between 2017 and 2020, and was popular with viewers and his co-stars. One told fans after visiting him in the ICU: "Watching someone you love go through something so painful and uncertain is heartbreaking, but your messages, prayers, and kind words have truly lifted us in this dark time. "His mama is so grateful for every single one of i know Kirk will be too. Please keep praying for him…he's strong, and we're believing in healing, recovery, and a miracle. One day at a time." Kirk rose to fame back in 2017 after appearing in Floribama Shore alongside Aimee, Nilsa Prowant, Gus Smyrnios, Jeremiah Buoni, Candace Rice, Codi Butts and Kortni Gilson. Before his death, Kirk's family and friends joined forced to raise money for his hospital care. Nilsa wrote on Instagram: "Thank you all so much for the overwhelming love, prayers, donations, messages, and support for Kirk. He's been in the ICU on a ventilator for two weeks now, fighting necrotizing pancreatitis and sepsis." In 2020 Medas was arrested in Georgia for drunk and disorderly behaviour. TMZ reported that as he was cuffed he shouted at police: "I'm on a TV show by the way."
Scottish Sun
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Reality TV star Kirk Medas revealed ‘only regret' and feeling ‘far from perfect' in tragic final posts before death
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) REALITY TV star Kirk Medas revealed his "only regret" in life with a series of tragic social media posts just weeks before his death. Beloved MTV ace Medas revealed he had been trying hard to turn his life around over the past 12 months in one of his final Instagram posts. 6 Late reality TV star Kirk Medas shared a video online where he revealed his 'only regret' in life just weeks before his death Credit: Instagram 6 The final ever social media post of Medas showed him smiling in Miami Credit: Instagram 6 Medas shared the video with a now heartbreaking caption about he had been trying to turn his life around Credit: Instagram Medas, who was best known for his appearance on "Floribama Shore", died after spending two weeks on a ventilator due to a "severe case of necrotizing pancreatitis", his family told TMZ. His official cause of death was confirmed as liver failure. Despite his long term health battles, Medas always remained positive with his fans. His final ever post online came on April 16 - just two days before he was hospitalized in a Florida intensive care unit. He shared a snap of him smiling and enjoying the sun in Miami. A second image from a few weeks earlier again shows the TV star with a beaming grin on his face. The picture was captioned: "GRATEFUL." One of the more heartbreaking posts shared only six weeks before Medas fell seriously ill saw him share a positive life update with his 310,000 followers. It featured a video of Medas working out in the gym and pushing his body to the limit along with his friends. The words "it's up to you" were imposed over the compilation of clips. Kirk Medas dead at 33- Reality TV star of Floribama Shore dies after severe illness as family pays touching tribute Medas shared the inspirational video alongside a now tragic caption where he described how he has been actively trying to live a better life. It read: "Lost a lot the past year but stayed resilient through it all. Mind, body, spirit. Changing my lifestyle completely was the start. "Putting down the bottle and picking up the Bible was the best thing I ever done. "My only regret is not making such changes earlier on in life. "Still far from perfect but my mind is so much more clear. This is the loneliness men should go through. Me vs me." Medas rose to fame in 2017 after starring in 'Floribama Shore' alongside Aimee Hall, Nilsa Prowant, Gus Smyrnios, Jeremiah Buoni, Candace Rice, Codi Butts and Kortni Gilson. He appeared on the hit MTV series from 2017 to 2021. Lost a lot the past year but stayed resilient through it all. Mind, body, spirit. Changing my lifestyle completely was the start Kirk Medas Before his death, Medas' co-stars told fans about his illness and shared a GoFundMe set up by his mum to help cover his hospital expenses. Prowant wrote on Instagram: "Thank you all so much for the overwhelming love, prayers, donations, messages, and support for Kirk. "Watching someone you love go through something so painful and uncertain is heartbreaking, but your messages, prayers, and kind words have truly lifted us in this dark time." After his tragic passing was announced co-star Hall paid tribute to a "brother" and a "best friend". She wrote on Facebook: 'Kirk had the kindest soul, a heart full of love for everyone he met, and a spirit that brought people together. 'He truly was the glue that held us all close. "Though my heart is shattered, I find peace in knowing he's no longer in pain. "He's in heaven now - free, whole, and making everyone laugh the way only he could.' 6 The video showed Medas working hard alongside his friends Credit: Instagram 6 The reality TV star had been on a ventilator for over two weeks Credit: GoFundMe
The Sun
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Reality TV star Kirk Medas revealed ‘only regret' and feeling ‘far from perfect' in tragic final posts before death
REALITY TV star Kirk Medas revealed his "only regret" in life with a series of tragic social media posts just weeks before his death. Beloved MTV ace Medas revealed he had been trying hard to turn his life around over the past 12 months in one of his final Instagram posts. 6 6 Medas, who was best known for his appearance on "Floribama Shore", died after spending two weeks on a ventilator due to a "severe case of necrotizing pancreatitis", his family told TMZ. His official cause of death was confirmed as liver failure. Despite his long term health battles, Medas always remained positive with his fans. His final ever post online came on April 16 - just two days before he was hospitalized in a Florida intensive care unit. He shared a snap of him smiling and enjoying the sun in Miami. A second image from a few weeks earlier again shows the TV star with a beaming grin on his face. The picture was captioned: "GRATEFUL." One of the more heartbreaking posts shared only six weeks before Medas fell seriously ill saw him share a positive life update with his 310,000 followers. It featured a video of Medas working out in the gym and pushing his body to the limit along with his friends. The words "it's up to you" were imposed over the compilation of clips. Kirk Medas dead at 33- Reality TV star of Floribama Shore dies after severe illness as family pays touching tribute Medas shared the inspirational video alongside a now tragic caption where he described how he has been actively trying to live a better life. It read: "Lost a lot the past year but stayed resilient through it all. Mind, body, spirit. Changing my lifestyle completely was the start. "Putting down the bottle and picking up the Bible was the best thing I ever done. "My only regret is not making such changes earlier on in life. "Still far from perfect but my mind is so much more clear. This is the loneliness men should go through. Me vs me." Medas rose to fame in 2017 after starring in 'Floribama Shore' alongside Aimee Hall, Nilsa Prowant, Gus Smyrnios, Jeremiah Buoni, Candace Rice, Codi Butts and Kortni Gilson. He appeared on the hit MTV series from 2017 to 2021. Lost a lot the past year but stayed resilient through it all. Mind, body, spirit. Changing my lifestyle completely was the start Kirk Medas Before his death, Medas' co-stars told fans about his illness and shared a GoFundMe set up by his mum to help cover his hospital expenses. Prowant wrote on Instagram: "Thank you all so much for the overwhelming love, prayers, donations, messages, and support for Kirk. "Watching someone you love go through something so painful and uncertain is heartbreaking, but your messages, prayers, and kind words have truly lifted us in this dark time." After his tragic passing was announced co-star Hall paid tribute to a "brother" and a "best friend". She wrote on Facebook: 'Kirk had the kindest soul, a heart full of love for everyone he met, and a spirit that brought people together. 'He truly was the glue that held us all close. "Though my heart is shattered, I find peace in knowing he's no longer in pain. "He's in heaven now - free, whole, and making everyone laugh the way only he could.' 6 6 6
