Sahara Ray has reportedly died at the age of 34. The Australian model and designer leaves behind her young daughter, Snow, who was born in early 2026.
According to TMZ, her family confirmed the news in a statement: "She passed away last night surrounded by family at the hospital. She was so loved." No official cause of death has been announced.
Ray was the daughter of Australian professional surfer Tony Ray and spent much of her life between Australia, California, and Hawaii.
Sahara Ray Previously Opened Up About Guillain-Barré Syndrome
In 2024, Sahara Ray revealed that she had developed Guillain-Barré syndrome following a serious car accident. The rare neurological disorder caused partial paralysis, and at times, she needed a walker to get around.
She later appeared to have made progress in her recovery. However, it remains unclear whether her previous health struggles had any connection to her reported death.
Sahara Ray Welcomed Her Daughter in January
In August 2025, Ray announced that she was expecting her first child. She welcomed her daughter, Snow, in January 2026. The model chose to keep the identity of her daughter's father private and rarely discussed her romantic life publicly.
Throughout her pregnancy, she shared several photos and personal moments with her Instagram followers, offering glimpses into this new chapter of her life.
Her Final Instagram Post Was Dedicated to Her Daughter
Ray's last public Instagram post reportedly appeared on July 19. In it, she shared several adorable photos of her daughter, Snow, alongside the heartfelt caption: "My whole heart, Baby Snow." The photos showed her little girl smiling and playing.
Ray had built a following of nearly 900,000 people on Instagram, where she regularly shared moments from her personal life, modeling career, and business ventures. She was also the founder of her own swimwear brand, Sahara Ray Swim, which she launched in 2014.
Photos with Justin Bieber Brought Her International Attention
Sahara Ray gained widespread attention in 2016 after photos of her vacationing in Hawaii with Justin Bieber surfaced online.
The images sparked romance rumors, although neither publicly confirmed a relationship. She had previously also been romantically linked to Australian singer Cody Simpson.
Beyond her connections to famous musicians, Ray established herself as a model, influencer, and entrepreneur, building a career in fashion and swimwear.
