Kylie Jenner Speaks Out After Friend and Hairstylist Jesus Guerrero's Sudden Death at 34

Kylie Jenner is speaking out after the death of her hairstylist, Jesus Guerrero.

On Tuesday, Feb. 25, the reality star and businesswoman, 27, shared a tribute to Guerrero on Instagram that included a carousel of photos and videos, as well as an emotional message.

"Jesus was more than my friend — he was a light in my life, a source of laughter, comfort, love, and unwavering support," she began in the caption. "I don’t know how I would have made it through the last almost decade without him by my side. He had a way of making even the heaviest days feel lighter."

Jenner continued: "Thank you, Jesus, for always being there for me, for lifting me up, for being my friend. The pain of losing you is just unbearable and i don’t know how to move forward without you but I know great grief is born only of great love. and I loved you so much. You were the best person, with a talent that was unmatched. a true artist. You inspired so many, and you always will.

She concluded the caption saying, "Your words, your laughter, your kindness, your beautiful spirit will live in my heart forever. I’ll cherish all our moments together. every laugh and hug. I wish I could hug you again. I laid in your bed the way you used to lay in mine, talking for hours. I would give anything for one more deep talk. I’m going to miss you so much. more than any words can say. 222 my angel."

Guerrero's family announced the news of his death in a series of Instagram Stories posted on Sunday, Feb. 23. The hairstylist was 34.

"Our family would like to thank everyone for all the love and support during this hard time. Jesus was the brightest light, we have never doubted that he touched the hearts and lives of everyone he came across," they wrote alongside an image of Guerrero sitting on a beach.

"We have fallen into tears repeatedly reminiscing and wondering what we could of done different to still have him with us," the statement continued.

In a second post, which featured an image of Guerrero hugging a tree, his family said, "Seeing everyone's loving posts, fills and tears our hearts all at once. If anyone has videos or photos they'd like to send to us through here we'd love every frame."

Alongside a final snapshot of Guerrero walking the streets of Paris, the message concluded: "I don't know how the world will go on without his light but I know he'll give us the strength to push past any obstacle. RIP Jesus. We all love you."

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In a GoFundMe page, Guerrero's younger sister Gris said her sibling died “suddenly and unexpectedly.” His cause of death has not yet been revealed.

“It is with a heavy heart that we let the world know that Jesus Guerrero has gone to heaven,” she began. “He is a son, a brother, an uncle, an artist, a friend, and so much more.”

“Born and raised in Houston, Texas, to immigrant parents, Jesus learned how to work hard and dreamt of taking his skills to the top. Unfortunately, his passing came very suddenly and unexpectedly,” Gris continued.

“Currently, his family is taking care of his personal belongings and accommodations to bring him home to Houston,” she concluded.

As of Feb. 24, the GoFundMe page has raised over $93,000 of its $80,000 goal.

Guerrero had recently worked with Jenner in Paris for Couture Fashion Week, and had previously styled her for the 2025 Golden Globes. On Feb. 3, the stylist made his last Instagram post, sharing photos of Kali Uchis after styling her for the 2025 Grammy Awards.

Jenner's most recent photo with Guerrero was posted on her Instagram on Feb. 12.

Aside from Jenner, Guerrero's other celebrity clients had included her sisters, Kendall Jenner and Kim Kardashian, as well as Katy Perry, Rosalía, Demi Moore, Charli xcx, Camila Cabello, Dua Lipa and Lisa of BLACKPINK.

The Wall Group, who represented Guerrero, didn't immediately respond to PEOPLE's request for comment.