Yanin Campos, known for competing in season four of MasterChef México, has died at the age of 38 following a tragic car accident in Chihuahua, Mexico.
Her brother, Raúl Campos, announced her passing on Facebook: “To family and friends: We announce and regret the passing of my sister Yanin Campos. The wake will be held at Hernández Funeral Home. For those who wish to say goodbye and join us.”
According to local authorities, the accident occurred around 6:30 a.m. last Saturday. Campos reportedly lost control of her vehicle and crashed into a parked car. She was taken to the ICU at Christus Muguerza Hospital, where she died two days later due to the severity of her injuries. An official investigation is underway.
Her Journey From Reality TV to Online Fame
Shortly after her death, social media lit up with speculation—especially after an old video resurfaced in which Campos mentioned receiving threats. While the cause of the crash remains under investigation, some online users have spread unverified claims, as well as commentary about her personal life.
Campos first gained national attention in 2018 during her time on MasterChef México, where she placed sixth. She later returned for MasterChef: La Revancha, though her performance was less successful. After enduring intense online criticism, she distanced herself from the show and stopped watching her own episodes.
Despite that, she remained active in media. Campos hosted a local talk show in Chihuahua called La Tertulia, which focused on pop culture and offbeat topics. In a 2024 interview, she described herself as someone who never quite knew what she wanted to do in life—having studied both law and engineering before ultimately earning a nursing degree.
Though she worked in healthcare, Campos found her true audience online. She eventually joined OnlyFans, starting with modest posts before embracing more personal content.
“If someone proposes something I vibe with, that I like and feel comfortable doing, I go for it. I’m not afraid to say no,” she said during an appearance on Cada Quien Su Mundo.
She had once said she’d never open a restaurant—an ironic statement for a reality TV chef. Tragically, after the accident that claimed her life, that dream—like many others—will remain unrealized.
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