Former Miss Universe contestant Kseniya Alexandrova dies four months after wedding in freak car accident
Kseniya Alexandrova, 30, was driving with her husband when an elk smashed through her windshield.
Model and former beauty queen Kseniya Alexandrova has died four months after her wedding after an elk smashed through her windshield in a freak car accident. The horror incident took place in July while she was driving home from Rezhev, a town in Russia.
Russian news source Rossiykaya Gazeta reported that “According to the husband, the couple was returning from Rzhev on July 5 and on the way back - the 191st kilometer of the federal highway - their car collided with an elk. The animal suddenly jumped out in front of the car: "From the moment it jumped out to the impact, a split second passed. I didn't have time to do anything," the man says.”
The freak car accident took place last month and Kseniya sustained severe brain injuries which led to her dying in hospital from her injuries on August 12. Kseniya had only married her husband four months earlier on March 22, 2025 and shared a photograph from her wedding on Instagram.
In the caption, Kseniya wrote: “I never thought that one event could sound inside for so long.
“I remember every second and it seems that I am still experiencing the whirlwind of emotions :)
There was so much love, joy and sincere feelings on this day that the heart is still full of them. Thanks to everyone who was with us - it's priceless! 🙏🏻.”
Tributes have been paid to the former Miss Universe contestant on her Instagram. One fan wrote: “My condolences to her family and all her friends, may she rest in peace.🤍🕊️😢,” whilst another said: “💔💔💔💔🕊️🕊️.”
Modus Vivendis agency, who represented Kseniya Alexandrova, 30, paid tribute to their client on social media and wrote, "With deep sorrow, we announce that our colleague and friend, model Kseniya Alexandrova, passed away last night," the statement read, describing her as "brilliant, talented, and extraordinarily radiant."
"She knew how to inspire, support, and bring warmth to those around her. For us, she will always be a symbol of beauty, kindness, and inner strength.”
Miss Universe shared a tribute video to Kseniya Alexandrova on Instagram and wrote: “The Miss Universe Organization extends its deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and everyone whose life was touched by the light of Miss Universe Russia 2017, Kseniya Alexandrova. Her grace, beauty, and spirit left an unforgettable mark on the Miss Universe family and beyond. May her memory continue to inspire kindness, strength, and love in all those who were fortunate enough to know her. 🤍🕊️”