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INSTAGRAM star Chase Filandro has died at age 20.

The actor’s sister remembered him as an “avid traveler” and a “shining light” in a heartbreaking tribute on Monday.

Man with long hair smiling by a lake.
Chase Filandro, 20, was a New York City-based actor and musicianCredit: Instagram / chase_fil
Man smiling in front of Mount Rushmore.
Filandro is remembered by his family as an avid traveler who loved National ParksCredit: Instagram / franki.ford

The New York City-based influencer died unexpectedly on July 31, according to People Magazine.

The influencer was known for posting about his travels on Instagram, where he had over 35,000 followers.

His sister, Franki Ford, shared the news of his death in a heartbreaking tribute on Monday.

“My brother, Chase Filandro, was a shining light who had an incredible zest for life,” Ford wrote on Instagram.

“He was loved beyond words by so many and opened his heart to everyone he encountered.”

She recalled Filandro as an “avid traveler” who had a passion for National Parks and invited his fans to donate to a memorial in his honor at one of his cherished parks.

“Once finalized, we’ll share the details so you can visit and enjoy what Chase loved doing most, knowing he is right alongside you,” Ford wrote.

The GoFundMe has raised more than $24,000 in just two days.

Filandro’s cause of death has not been revealed.

The medical examiner didn’t immediately return The U.S. Sun’s request for comment.

He lived in New York City at the time of his death, studying at New York University.

The influencer was embarking on his acting career. He was featured in a short film and had a role in an upcoming movie titled Son of Gacy, as noted on his IMDB page.

He also sang in an indie band called Just Add Water.

Tributes to Filandro poured in on social media after his death.

“Rest easy Chase. God has welcomed an amazing angel. I love you so dearly and am extremely thankful to have called you my best friend,” his friend posted on TikTok.

“Working with you was a privilege – not to mention the most fun I’ve had on set. Rest easy, bud,” another shared.

“Rest in paradise, thank you for being a musical inspiration,” a fan commented on his post.

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