Reality TV fans are reeling after reports emerged that Kelsey Bateman , who competed in the final season of Rock of Love with Bret Michaels , has died unexpectedly at age 39. The news, confirmed by her family, arrives with little detail about the timing or cause.

A representative for her family shared with TMZ that Bateman “passed away unexpectedly recently,” although authorities have yet to release any further information. This heartbreaking report comes from a family source speaking to TMZ .

According to SoapCentral , Bateman rose to attention as a contestant on the third season— Rock of Love Bus with Bret Michaels —where she became known for her emotional on‑camera moment during the elimination. The show first revealed her exclusion after she appeared intoxicated and tearful

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