Kerri-Anne Donaldson, a beloved performer from Britain’s Got Talent, was found dead in her home in Farnborough, Hampshire, in June last year. The 38-year-old rose to fame in 2014 as part of the dance troupe Kings and Queens, performing alongside future Strictly Come Dancing professionals Neil and Katya Jones, and Kai Widdrington.
Winchester Coroner’s Court revealed that Kerri-Anne died by hanging, just days after being discharged from a hospital in Lyne, Surrey. Her death came shortly after a brief period in police custody for undisclosed reasons. She had also been reported missing before her hospital admission. A full inquest is scheduled for next year.
Kerri-Anne’s final social media post, shared in March last year, provided a glimpse into her personal struggles. She wrote about battling “inner demons,” financial troubles, and feelings of self-doubt. In a heartfelt message, she confessed feeling trapped in a “hamster wheel,” adding, “The last two years have challenged me beyond belief. My career was hit so badly …