'Vanderpump Rules' stars Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval devastated over close friend Ali Rafiq's tragic death
ST LOUIS, MISSOURI: Recently, heartbreaking news emerged for 'Vanderpump Rules' stars Ariana Madix and Thomas Sandoval as their close friend Ali Rafiq tragically died. Adding to the heartbreak of the cheating scandal that Ariana faced when her ex-beau Thomas made out with Raquel Leviss, this news seems to be even more devastating for the reality star. 'Vanderpump Rules' cast members have taken to social media to mourn their beloved friend's untimely demise, sharing a series of touching photos and videos in his memory. Their heartfelt posts express the profound impact he had on their lives, showcasing the deep bond they shared.
The loss has left them devastated, as they struggle to come to terms with the reality of their friend's death. Though the details surrounding this unfortunate event remain undisclosed, the outpouring of love and support from the Bravo's 'Vanderpump Rules' community is evident in the flood of condolences and heartfelt messages. As they navigate through this difficult time, their cherished memories and friendship will undoubtedly help them find solace and strength.
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Who was Ali Rafiq?
He was a photographer and cinematographer, and close friend of 'Vanderpump Rules' star Ariana Madix, and Thomas Sandoval, who died recently. From his recent Instagram post, he was very close friends with Ariana and Thomas. In 2010, he founded his own company, Rafiq Films, specializing in Wedding and Engagement, Commercial/Editorial, and Events photography. Ali's talent also led him to work as a photographer and cinematographer for Red Bull Company. Beyond his professional achievements, Ali was an avid barbecue enthusiast, as evident from his Instagram posts. He shared his love for barbecuing with his followers, showcasing his culinary skills and passion for grilling. Their bond highlighted the depth of their connection and the impact Ali had on those close to him. Sadly, Ali's death is a profound loss to his loved ones and the creative community. His dedication to his craft, entrepreneurial spirit, and passion for barbecue will surely be remembered.
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How did Ariana Madix's close friend Ali Rafiq die?
Ali's sister Rabia took to his Instagram handle to provide updates and details regarding the funeral arrangements. Through a series of videos on his Instagram stories, she addressed the concerned individuals and addressed some of the questions that had arisen during this tragic time. Rabia acknowledged the natural inclination to inquire about the cause of Ali's passing and responded by saying, "It's human nature to ask, what happened, how did he die? The truth is, we don't know how he died, we just found him and he was already gone." She also mentioned that the test results, which might reveal the actual reason for his passing, were pending and added, "We won't have any answers from his tests for weeks, so we don't know." The comment section of the posts overflowed with condolences as thoughts and prayers poured in from all those concerned. The heartfelt support of friends and family during this difficult time is deeply appreciated.
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'Vanderpump Rules' cast mourns Ali Rafiq
'Vanderpump Rules' star Thomas, took to Instagram with a series of videos and photos with his friend Ali and captioned the post with a heartfelt goodbye and wrote, "The love I have for you is way beyond words I will carry u forever in my heart. Always cherishing the beautiful memories, uncontrollable laughter, and epic experiences we had together. You were My best friend, my brother. I’ll catch u on the next sunrise…5min/5hour 5or500."
Ariana, also posted a long story on her Instagram, sharing about their friendship bond and how much she misses him already, "I keep wanting to text you. it feels like this can't even be real. we were just planning your trip to LA. talking about our futures and all the things we were looking forward to. i miss our talks about life. i miss sending each other cat memes. i miss geeking out over food. or dj videos. i miss you bringing your turntables over, i miss us both wanting to go home but still staying out and having fun. i miss cut copy and chromeo songs. i miss you @alispacerafiq and while you won't be seeing this, I'm hoping somehow this makes it to you. i love you always and forever. i'm grateful for the moments we spent together and for the love and friendship you showed me over the last ten years, you are so loved and you are so missed. i am proud to be able to say i know ali the great. because you ARE and will always be the greatest."