Project Runway contestant Sha’Vi Lewis has died at the age of 39.

The reality TV star passed away on Monday, leaving his shell-shocked family in a ‘state of disbelief’ as per TMZ.

The cause of death for the star has not been revealed at this time. 

Lewis’ sister, Akira expressed disbelief at the fact that their star has passed away into eternity. She mentioned that they are slowly coming to terms with the idea of a future without his presence.

Akira highlighted that they recognized Sha’vi’s greatness before the world caught on to it. She asked for prayers as they grieve the loss of Franklin Shavi Lewis Frierson Jr., their loved one.

Lewis starred on Season 18 of the hit Bravo show.

Project Runway contestant Sha’Vi Lewis has died at the age of 39

Lewis’ aunt Deidra DivaDoll Elkerson also confirmed his death via Facebook. 

In a heartfelt message, she shared the news of Sha’vi Lewis’ passing, referring to him as her talented nephew. Akira requested support for Sha’vi’s mother, Joyce Solomon-Frierson, his father Franklin Frierson, his brother Troy Solomon Frierson, and his sisters Akira Frierson Wood & Destiny L. Owens during this difficult time.

‘I know he is in a much better place. I can just imagine the welcome he recieved when he got to those pearly gates, with so many loved ones who had gone on before….oh what a time what a time he is having with his grandmothers, grandfather, uncles, aunts, cousins. And good friends.’

‘My my my rest in joy nephew knowing that you left a hell of mark on this earth!!! You will be always loved and never ever forgotten.’

In 2020, Lewis finished 10th on the Bravo series.

Lewis, a New Jersey native, attended Clark Atlanta University.

He was the founder of his own clothing line and served as creative director for the menswear company Stephen F.

His designs graced Emmys red carpets, appeared on season 2 of ‘Pose,’ and were worn by celebrities such as Leah Janae and Cynthia Bailey. 

The reality TV star passed away on Monday, leaving his shell-shocked family in a ‘state of disbelief’ as per TMZ; seen in a still from Project Runway

The cause of death for the star has not been revealed at this time

Lewis’ aunt Deidra DivaDoll Elkerson also confirmed his death via Facebook, writing, ‘I know he is in a much better place’

Brittany Allen, who became friends with Sha’Vi on the show, shared a touching Instagram post on Tuesday in honor of him

She also shared photos of them to her Stories, writing, ‘Hold your friends so tight. Sometimes you wonder WHEN you will see them again. Not IF you will see them again’

‘Just doesn’t feel real,’ she added on another snap, along with a broken-heart emoji

Lewis starred on Season 18 of the hit Bravo show, and finished in 10th place

Brittany Allen, who became friends with Sha’Vi on the show, shared a touching Instagram post on Tuesday in honor of him.

‘I don’t have the words. My heart aches. The world and this industry will be dim without your light in it,’ she wrote.

‘Your love, your laughter, and your continuous support no matter where we were in life was everything. Season 18 forever and ever. Rest in power @shavilewis. Love, your Brit Brat.’

She also shared photos of them to her Stories, writing, ‘Hold your friends so tight. Sometimes you wonder WHEN you will see them again. Not IF you will see them again.’

‘Just doesn’t feel real,’ she added on another snap, along with a broken-heart emoji.