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Aussie model Annalise Braakensiek's concerning social media posts before tragic death


In the weeks leading up to her death, Australian model and actress Annalise Braakensiek shared several concerning Instagram posts, saying “everything seems to feel twisted and upside down at the moment”.

The Sydney-based model, actress and designer was found dead in her Potts Point unit on Sunday afternoon after concerns were raised for her welfare. Her death is not being treated as suspicious, police said.

The 46-year-old, who was best known for her roles on shows including Fat Pizza and Home and Away, was also extremely active on social media, constantly sharing beach shots and links to her organic recipes page.

So when days continued to pass with no Facebook activity, one fan raised his concerns for her welfare writing: “been over a week since you posted, hope you’re ok”.

Annalise Braakensiek was found dead in her Potts Point unit on Sunday afternoon. Image: Getty
Annalise Braakensiek was found dead in her Potts Point unit on Sunday afternoon. Image: Getty

On December 15, Ms Braakensiek spoke of the difficulties involved in moving away from her long-time home in Bondi following a divorce from her stockbroker husband.

“Everything seems to feel twisted and upside down at the moment,” she wrote.

“Life’s challenges have been deep, dark, difficult, demanding and down right scary lately.

“I know it’s good for me and ultimately all the pain and hard times are going to be a blessing.”

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Everything seems to feel twisted and upside down at the moment… am I right?!!!! Life’s challenges have been deep, dark, difficult, demanding and down right scary lately. For me and so many others I know. But today is a new day! 🌈🦋 and I’ve also had some of the best jobs, travels and experiences of my life this year for which I’m THAT grateful. So, here’s to happiness and light, endless possibilities and new beginnings!!!! 💫👌🦄🌼✨☀️🔥 I’ve just bought my own little beautiful space !!!! Out of my beloved Bondi 💔 (which has been my home since I first moved to Sydney as a young teenager) but into a new gorgeous area. New beginnings in every way whilst doing my best to mindfully continue to let go of what doesn’t serve me or my higher self well. Sheesh it’s hard work, just like practicing yoga and headstands ! But I know it’s good for me and ultimately all the pain and hard times are going to be a blessing 🙌 and here’s to looking at it all from a new perspective too 💫🌙Time to breathe in the new beginnings and let go of the old….. bring on 2019 already I say!!!! 💃❤️ 🌸👏⚡️🙌🌈💫💯❤️✅ Huge thanks to all of you who have carried me though this turbulent year. I can’t tag you all but you know who you are. I love you beyond. Huge thanks for all you supportive beautiful people who follow and support me via SM too. I know you can’t judge yourself by “likes” but they mean a lot, especially from my faraway friends and family. I’m sorry I haven’t had the resources to post as much as usual but now I have a home I will be able to again soon. And design jewellery. Create art. Cook @annalisewithlovelunch delicious healthy #glutenfree #meatfree meals, entertain under my own roof again ( and top of, helloooo rooftop parties here we come!) and laugh and love more than ever. Hell yasssss!!!!! 👏👏 but please know that every bit of support is deeply felt and appreciated, so obrigadaaaaaaaa 🙏🏼😻😘 gracias. Grazie mille. Arigato. Danke sehr 🙏🏼 #yoga mega inspiration and pic by the beautiful @nude_yogagirl #magical day your way 😘😘😘 #ruok #checkin #support #love

A post shared by Annalise Braakensiek (@annalisewithlove) on Dec 14, 2018 at 10:18am PST

One month earlier, she spoke of her role as an ambassador for suicide prevention charity R U OK.

“…mental health has so so many misconceptions, criticism, misunderstandings and false judgments still!! We have to break the silence on mental health because it happens to the best of us. (And in the worst situations),” Braakensiek posted alongside an R U OK image.

“Thank you from the bottom of my heart to all of you who have helped me though my dark clouds… now I’m strong enough to help my loved ones who unfortunately are not in the best place right now. But we will get through this!”

Ms Braakensiek also worked closely with the Starlight Foundation, Cancer Council and Olivia Newton-John Cancer Centre.

Australian actor and fellow Fat Pizza star Rob Shehadi and celebrity agent Max Markson led a series of tributes to the model on social media.

“So saddened to hear of your passing this morning. In the 20 plus years I’ve known you, you have never changed,” penned TV presenter Sophie Falkiner.

“Kind, compassionate, vivacious, warm and spiritual. You were passionate about animals, vegan cooking, wellness and people. You loved hard and felt everything. A beautiful person inside and out. You will be missed.”

A post-mortem examination will be held to determine the cause of death.

Readers seeking support and information about suicide prevention can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14, Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467 and Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800.