Sienna Weir death updates — Miss Universe Australia finalist dies at 23 after being taken off life-support
MISS Universe Australia finalist Sienna Weir has died at 23 years old.
The stunning model died in after she was taken off life-support following a horse accident, reported.
Her agency Scoop Management also confirmed the tragic news, writing: "Forever in our hearts" with a dove emoji.
Speaking after her death, Sienna's heartbroken boyfriend Tom Bull, said: “We loved with a love that was more than love.”
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Horse riding-related deaths in Australia
Although there are only 20 fatalities in Australia annually, which equates to a mean annual rate of 0.13 fatalities per 100,000 people, there are 7.8 horse-related deaths per 100,000 horse riders annually, according to a study done by .
Rates are very varied across the 20-year period due to the limited numbers of horse-related fatalities that occur each year.
Horse riding-related deaths in Australia
Although there are only 20 fatalities in Australia annually, which equates to a mean annual rate of 0.13 fatalities per 100,000 people, there are 7.8 horse-related deaths per 100,000 horse riders annually, according to a study done by .
Rates are very varied across the 20-year period due to the limited numbers of horse-related fatalities that occur each year.
Equestrian accidents are leading cause of TBIs
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that 1.7 to 3.8million Americans have sports-related traumatic brain injury (TBI) each year, reports.
According to a 2016 study published in the journal Neurological Focus, horse-related mishaps are to blame for the majority of traumatic brain injuries in the country.
The study examined data from the National Trauma Data Bank for 5 sports: fall or interpersonal contact (FIC), roller sports, skiing/snowboarding, equestrian sports, and aquatic sports across a 10-year period.
Among adult TBIs, injuries sustained while riding horses accounted for the largest percentage, 45.2 percent.
Given the risk of TBIs, it's critical to concentrate on raising TBI awareness and encouraging helmet wear, particularly in equestrian sports.
Horse riding deaths mostly cause by head and neck injuries
Accidents to the head and neck account for the majority of fatalities among equestrian accidents, according to a study on information on horseback riding fatalities from 2021, according to .
The study examined data from the National Trauma Data Bank over a ten-year period and discovered that head and neck injuries were to blame for 74.83 percent of equestrian fatalities throughout the study period.
With 18.44 percent, thoracic injuries were in second place, while 5.31 percent of fatalities were attributable to stomach injuries.
Longer ICU LOS and more days on the ventilator were strongly linked with head and neck injuries.
According to statistics on horseback riding fatalities, head and neck injuries were also linked to a ninefold increased chance of dying.
A list of horse riding accident statistics
Sienna Weir died aged 23 following a horror horse riding accident. Horses, according to , can be unpredictable, so here are the latest statistics on riding accidents:
- Horseback riding is more dangerous than skiing and motorcycling.
- 74.83 percent of equestrian deaths are caused by head and neck injuries.
- 2 out of 3 horse riding injuries can be prevented.
- Horseback riding is the leading cause of sports-related traumatic brain injuries.
- Lifetime cost for acute head injury can be up to $3million. Wearing a riding helmet reduces the risk of severe head injury by 50 percent.
- 81 percent of equestrians get injured at some point in their riding career.
- Over 100,000 horse-riding-related accidents occur yearly in the U.S.
- 83.4 percent of horse riding injuries are caused by the rider falling off the horse.
Sienna's 'essential qualities'
Weir responded when Daria Varlamova, Australia's reigning Miss Universe, asked her what her "essential qualities" were: "I would have to say being open to opportunities, sociability, dedication, being multi-faceted as an individual, and having integrity.
“I believe that while it is so important to stand by what you believe in and what you love, you never know what opportunity is just around the corner, and it is vital to push yourself to try new things and to fully know yourself.
"If I hadn’t done so, I wouldn’t be here!”
Given the nickname 'Gremlin'
Weir was playfully nicknamed “Gremlin” by her friends, according to the .
The model shared several photos on her social media pages with her friends and loved ones.
Fans comment on final post
On the model's , fans have been commenting since finding out about her death.
"RIP," commented one fan with a dove and black heart emoji.
"Taken from the world far too soon!" another wrote. "RIP Sienna."
Sienna's passion for English literature
The model expressed enthusiasm for English literature, particularly poetry, and said that it was a wonderful means of fostering interpersonal relationships.
She said: "I love to represent myself in the best way possible through writing my own poetry, but I also find it fascinating to find a commonality of experience with people from completely different walks of life."
One of 27 finalists
Sienna was one of 27 finalists of Australian Miss Universe in 2022.
However, after the competition the talented model continued to pose for different photographers and build her portfolio.
She also wrote poetry and rode horses.
Sienna loved to write poetry
In an interview before her death, Sienna revealed her passion for poetry.
"'I love to represent myself in the best way possible through writing my own poetry, but I also find it fascinating to find a commonality of experience with people from completely different walks of life," she said.
The model had a double degree in English literature and psychology from Sydney University.
'Until we meet again'
One of Sienna's friends posted a touching tribute to the young model just hours after he death.
"I didn’t get as much time as I would loved to get with you, but for the short time I was blessed to have met your kind loving, radiant beautiful soul I am so very grateful for," .
"It’s still surreal and always will be. You are forever the angel we always knew, beaming with so much joy, looking above us, touching the hearts of everyone who was lucky to have met you.
"My heart breaks, no words could ever describe the pain that stems from so much love. That love you unconditionally shined. Sending all my love to your family and close ones. Never forget to hug your loved ones and tell them how much you love them every present moment. RIP beautiful angel, keep shining bright. Until we meet again."
Heartbroken bofyriend speaks out
Speaking after her death, heartbroken boyfriend Tom Bull, said: "We loved with a love that was more than love."
The model was just 23 when she died after being taken off life-support following a horse riding accident.
Heartbroken bofyriend speaks out
Speaking after her death, heartbroken boyfriend Tom Bull, said: "We loved with a love that was more than love."
The model was just 23 when she died after being taken off life-support following a horse riding accident.
Final Instagram post revealed
Sienna was seen posing in a white two-piece set for photographer Chris Dwyer in her final post.
The image set consists of three different photos of the stunning model.
"Perched," the image was captioned followed by a monkey emoji.
'Heaven gained an angel'
Tributes from friends and family also flooded social media, with many expressing their condolences on her final post.
A pal wrote: "Heaven has gained the most beautiful angel today. I'll miss everything about you Siena[sic], I love you."
She added that her smile "lit up every room" and that she had been "so lucky" to have known the aspiring model.
Had plans to move to London
The model had a double degree in English literature and psychology from Sydney University.
It was also revealed that Sienna had plans to move to London to be with her family and further her career.
Friends flood Sienna's photos with love
Friends have quickly rushed to comment on Sienna's recent photos following her death.
"My baby girl I love you," one friend wrote, followed by "Forever an Angel."
Spoke about passion for horse riding before accident
Sienna had previously spoken to Gold Coast Magazine about her passion for horse riding before her accident.
“My family aren’t quite sure where this passion came from, but I’ve been horseriding since I was 3 years old and can’t imagine my life without it,” she said at the time.
“I travel to rural Sydney 2-3 times a week to train and compete around New South Wales or broader Australia every other weekend.”
'One of the kindest souls'
Photographer Chris Dwyer also posted a tribute to the young model.
“You were one of the kindest souls in the world, you lit up the room and the world is a lot darker now that you are gone,” Dwyer wrote.
“Hope wherever you are, you’re being the gremlin we all know and love. Miss you so much already.”
Tributes pour in
Tributes from friends and family have flooded in on social media, with many expressing their condolences on her final Instagram post.
Her modeling agency, Scoop Management, also shared several photos of the model, stating that she will “always be remembered”.
It was also revealed that Sienna had plans to move to London to be with her family and further her career.
Sienna Weir dies at 23
A Miss Universe finalist has died aged 23 following a horror horse riding accident, according to reports.
The Australian fitness model Sienna Weir from Sydney was on a life support machine for several weeks before it was turned off on Thursday.