Vivamax Artist Gina Lima Passes Away at 23
GINA LIMA – A 23-year-old model and online personality was tragically found dead in a condominium in Barangay Katipunan, Quezon City, on November 17, 2025.
Reports indicate that she was discovered unconscious in the condo, and although she was rushed to the hospital, she was declared dead on arrival due to cardio-respiratory distress. Authorities are still investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.
Originally from Bayugan, Agusan del Sur, Gina was the youngest of four siblings and remained very close to her family. Her sister, now a content creator, frequently encouraged her to return home and shared heartfelt messages expressing how much she missed her youngest sibling. Gina attended San Jose High School in Mauban, Quezon, and later studied at STI College Sta. Mesa, though the details of her course remain private.
Gina moved to Quezon City to pursue her career. While widely recognized as a Vivamax artist, her only credited acting role was in the Regal Entertainment film My Fairy Tail Love Story. She also participated in model-specific Vivamax events and professional photo shoots, including campaigns for brands like Drivemax. Gina built a significant social media following, with 1.4 million TikTok followers, 410,000 Facebook followers, and 180,000 Instagram followers, reflecting her growing influence and popularity.
Friends and family described Gina as full of life, optimistic, and ambitious. She often shared posts expressing her dreams and determination to succeed, including one just days before her death, promising herself that she would make her future self proud. She loved traveling, nightlife, and spending time with close friends, with highlights including a memorable trip to Singapore.
In her personal life, Gina was reportedly romantically involved with model Ivan Cezar Ronquillo. Her last days included social media posts reflecting on life’s challenges and hoping for unexpected blessings, making her sudden passing all the more heartbreaking for those who knew her.
As news of her death spread, the online community launched the #JusticeForGinaLima campaign, while her family and friends continue to mourn and await official autopsy results.