Emily Gold, 17, Dies by Suicide in California

Emily Gold, a 17-year-old dancer and cheerleader from Los Osos High School, has tragically died by suicide just weeks after her performance on 'America's Got Talent.' According to the California Highway Patrol, Gold was found deceased on the 210 freeway after leaping from an over-crossing, with no suicide notes discovered at the scene. The San Bernardino Coroner’s Office confirmed the incident as a suicide, prompting an outpouring of grief from her community, friends, and teammates who remembered her as a leader and a beloved friend. The school principal expressed condolences, urging the community to keep her family in their thoughts. A GoFundMe campaign has been initiated to support her family during this difficult time, raising over $23,000 to cover funeral expenses. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death is ongoing, with authorities encouraging anyone with information to come forward.