Ksenia Alexandrova, a model and former beauty queen, has died weeks after a freak accident in which an elk crashed through the windshield of the car she was in. She was 30 years old. The tragedy unfolded in July while she and her husband were driving in Tver Oblast, Russia, and she later succumbed to complications from severe brain injuries on August 12, according to Rossiyskaya Gazeta.

The Accident and Aftermath

Alexandrova was in the passenger seat when the elk suddenly darted onto the road near Rzhev on July 5. Her husband, who was driving, recalled the harrowing moment in an interview, saying, “From the moment it jumped out to the impact, a split second passed. I didn’t have time to do anything.” He described the aftermath as overwhelming, adding that “everything was covered in blood.”

Other drivers quickly stopped to assist, and emergency responders arrived within 15 minutes. She was rushed to a hospital in Moscow, but despite medical efforts, her injuries were too severe. The couple had been married only four months prior to the accident, a detail confirmed through her Instagram account.

A Career in Pageantry and Beyond

Miss Universe Russia
She represented Russia in the 2017 edition of Miss Universe.

Beyond her modeling career, Alexandrova gained international recognition when she represented Russia in the Miss Universe competition in 2017. That same year, she was named first runner-up in the Miss Russia contest, as noted by Us Weekly. Outside of the spotlight, she pursued her academic interests and became a practicing psychologist after earning her degree from Moscow Pedagogical State University.

Tributes and Legacy

On August 13, her agency Modus Vivendis confirmed her passing in a heartfelt statement. “Kseniya was bright and talented. She knew how to inspire, support and give warmth to everyone who was around. For us, she will forever remain a symbol of beauty, kindness and inner strength,” the agency wrote. They extended their condolences to her family and friends, emphasizing that she will be deeply missed.

Her death marks a profound loss not only for the modeling world but also for those who knew her personally. Alexandrova’s life reflected resilience, grace, and an ability to leave a lasting impact on everyone she encountered.