"Real World's" Frankie Dies at 25

Frankie of the Frankie Abernathy -- the punked-out, boat-phobic rock chick of MTV's "Real World: San Diego" fame -- died at the age of 25 on Saturday at her mother's home in Shorewood, Wisc.

Abernathy suffered from cystic fibrosis, though an official cause of death has yet to be determined, according to MTV News. During her stint in the "Real World" house, Frankie exhibited symptoms of cystic fibrosis, such as difficulty breathing and immune-system impairment, and it was a significant part of her storyline on the show.

Frankie had some tumultuous times on the show, and ended up leaving the house before the end of the season.

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31. Hey biUBULa-
Why? This girl did nothing wrong. The celebs that are commented on here about like Paris-Britney-Hoff-Joe Francis (the ones you worship) have done something f'd up to be commented on and deserve their comments. People like you who come on and post a stupid comment on a board. Go back to your Lindsay Lohan shrine and stay away from your keyboard...obviously your not old enough to use it nor do you possess the class.

Posted at 6:18PM on Jun 12th 2007 by Matt

32. Such a shame. I do volunteer work for the NJ chapter of the CFF. Its a loss to the whole community when one dies so young.

and Chad...stay strong!

Posted at 6:18PM on Jun 12th 2007 by kathy

33. OMGosh,,,Way too young to go ect
*RIP Frankie* I agree w/ other poster, she WAS a chain smoker. I must admit i am wondering if her lifestyle COULD of sped up her CF. I could be wrong tho. I have a disease myself and if i smoked i'd b dead now-
Regardless May She Rest

Posted at 6:19PM on Jun 12th 2007 by LuvzPynk

34. I do very well but still this news bugs me but I do know my limits. I can only do and don't do what I am told. Regardless I hope this brings light to the illness regardless of how the girl might of hurt her cause by smoking.

Posted at 6:20PM on Jun 12th 2007 by Chad

35. May she Rest In Peace, thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.

Posted at 6:55PM on Jun 12th 2007 by Saddened

36. I remember her.. how very sad. i lost my son, he was only 15.. i am so so sorry .. GOD BLESS.. i can't wait to see them both again

Posted at 6:30PM on Jun 12th 2007 by Kelly

37. didn't she smoke on that show? and she had CF? i know some asthmatics who smoke too. i've seen peeps lighting up outside my gym just before they go in... or right after they come out. tobacco should be outlawed. what a disgusting addiction.

Posted at 8:03PM on Jun 12th 2007 by ann coulter

38. so young... so sad...

Posted at 6:34PM on Jun 12th 2007 by craven

39. so sad, I remember when she was just a "cutter".....rip

Posted at 6:35PM on Jun 12th 2007 by jaw

40. My condolences to Frankie's family. I remember her very well - she added some spice and interesting moments to the show - and she left this earth way too soon. May she rest in peace.

Posted at 6:41PM on Jun 12th 2007 by Julie Lantz

41. Bibula - what a jackass you are.
Chad - be well and God Bless you
Frankie - R.I.P.
Deepest sympathy to Frankie's family and friends
So sad

Posted at 6:39PM on Jun 12th 2007 by Winds

42. I loved her on the "Real World"! Poor Frankie...

Posted at 11:11PM on Jun 13th 2007 by Susan

43. RIP Frankie. I remember watching RW when she was on it, I really liked her. I wish the best for her family during this time of grief.

Posted at 7:13PM on Jun 12th 2007 by Michel

44. RIP Frankie~ she was a sweetheart...
You are in peace now, youll be missed~
xoxoxox

Posted at 6:45PM on Jun 12th 2007 by kathyhiltonmakesmePUKE

45. You rocked, Frankie, you weren't fake, you actually were REAL, and we'll all miss you tons. You're in are thoughts and prayers, as well as your family.

Posted at 10:08AM on Jun 13th 2007 by FRANKIE goes to HEAVENwood

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