Reigning Miss Austria beauty queen dies aged 22

Lucia Sisic, the reigning Miss Austria beauty queen, has tragically passed away at the young age of 22 after battling a lifelong heart condition. The news was announced by Mission Austria, the organization that runs the Miss Austria and Mister Austria pageants, on their Facebook page, expressing profound shock and sorrow over her passing. No cause of death has been officially confirmed at this time.

Sisic was crowned Miss Austria in 2024 and remained the reigning titleholder, as no subsequent contest had yet taken place. Mission Austria's CEO, Kerstin Rigger, and her husband, Jörg, paid tribute to the young beauty queen, remembering her as "a wonderful young woman" and extending their heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and all those who were close to her during this difficult time. The couple emphasized that Sisic would remain an integral part of the Miss Austria family.

In 2024, Sisic candidly shared on Instagram her gratitude towards her pediatric medical team for their tireless efforts in saving her life multiple times throughout her childhood. She recalled her first surgery immediately following birth and how her health condition had an immense impact on her childhood, with sports weeks often being missed. Despite these challenges, Sisic emerged from these experiences with resilience and strength.

The charity Herzkinder Österreich, which supports children with heart conditions in Austria, also expressed deep sorrow over Sisic's untimely demise. They paid tribute to her, describing her as a "warm-hearted, joyful, and impressive young woman" who faced her congenital heart defect with courage and joy. The organization noted that Sisic "leaved us far too soon" at just 22 years old.

Herzkinder Österreich highlighted Sisic's admirable courage and her determination to pursue her own path despite her health challenges, inspiring others affected by similar conditions.