News January 17, 2022
‘16 & Pregnant’ Alum Jordan Cashmyer Passes Away at 26
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Jordan Cashmyer, who appeared on a 2014 episode of “16 & Pregnant,” has passed away at age 26.
On Sunday, Jordan’s mother Jessica announced the devastating news from the account of Dennis M. Cashmyer Jr., Jessica’s late husband and Jordan’s father.
“Last night I received a call no parent ever wants. My oldest beloved daughter, Jordan has passed away, she was only 26 years old. Our hearts are truly broken. No parent should ever have to go through losing a child, EVER,” Jessica wrote in her emotional note.
“Please keep my family in your thoughts [and] prayers as we navigate through this terrible tragedy. Please understand and respect our privacy at this time. We are surrounded by the love and support of our children, granddaughter Lyla and family members.”
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That same day, the medical examiner confirmed Jordan’s death with TMZ but did not disclose the cause or manner.
Variety adds that Jordan passed away in Maryland.
In her 2014 episode, Jordan opened up about being unemployed and homeless after her family had disowned her because they did not approve of her relationship with then-boyfriend Derek Taylor. She and Derek eventually split.
After giving birth to daughter Evie, Jordan then signed over custody rights on a temporary basis to Derek’s mother.
Per TMZ, by 2017, Jordan had worked at a strip club and ended up getting arrested for drug possession.
Our condolences go out to Jordan’s family and loved ones for their loss.
