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The mother and six siblings of Inuk singer Kelly Aamaujaq Fraser released a statement Monday.
Fraser, 26, died Christmas Eve.
“It is with the deepest regret that we share the news that Kelly Fraser died by suicide on the 24th of December in Winnipeg, Manitoba,” said Theresa Angoo and her children Mellow, Maxine, Jessie, Rachel, Christopher and Oliver.
“Kelly suffered from PTSD for many years as a result of childhood traumas, racism and persistent cyber-bullying. She was actively seeking help and spoke openly about her personal challenges online and through her journey.
“Kelly was an incredibly kind person who gave so much of herself to help others. She was fiercely open with her fans in the hopes that sharing her struggles might help them know they were not alone. Kelly fought so hard to be well.”
(Musician Kelly Fraser is being remembered as an ‘incredibly kind person.’ APTN file)
“We know that she would want us all to continue to do our very best to take care of ourselves. Please respect our privacy at this time as no further details about the circumstances of her death will be provided.
“Kelly has left behind many family throughout the North, and her special family Avia Pipaluk and Patricia Bell in Ottawa. We are still in complete shock and our hearts bleed for our sister. Let us celebrate Kelly’s generosity, honesty, passion and love of life.
“Memorials will be held in memory of Kelly Amaujaq Fraser in both Winnipeg and Iqaluit, details to follow.
“If you are struggling, please feel free to call the Kamatsiaqtut Help Line: (867) 979-3333 or (800) 265-3333 Available 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week. It is anonymous and confidential. Or contact your local clinic to arrange appointments.
“Or call Kids Help Phone (E/F) (24/7/365) Phone counselling 1-800-668-6868 Texting service Text TALK to 686868 Live chat (currently 24/7) Visit kidshelpphone.ca (Press the “chat” button at the bottom of the screen) Always There app (You can download the Always There app to your device).”
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I haven’t been able to stop thinking about Kelly and her hidden demons. RIP, beautiful girl.
Very tragic news. Bullying in general needs to stop!
My condolences to her family.
So so sorry for the loss of this brightly talented woman, my condolences to her close friends and family. She gave so much of herself, asked for so little in return…we could do better to support these courageous artists, they are the antennae of our human race. They teach us so much.
RIP Kelly Fraser.
Very sorry this happened. I loved watching and listening to her music.
Sad to hear of anyone’s demise in this situation
A beautiful women gone but never forgotten.So sad
Let’s all make it a point to be a little kinder to one another in 2020.
Happy New Year All.
Very sad to hear about the death of this young lady . .
My condolences to her family and friends, she was a beautiful spirit with a beautiful light in her soul ❤️
Please do not suffer in silence. Find one trusted person and keep kicking at that darkness! It will bleed daylight! She was a brave woman for speaking openly about issues! Such a powerful voice gone so soon.