Francine Beppu, known for her appearance on Showtime's reality series "The Real L Word," died by suicide, according to the Honolulu Medical Examiner's office.
The medical examiner's report, obtained by TMZ, states that Beppu died from hanging and that the manner of death was ruled suicide. She was found at her home in Honolulu on February 17. Toxicology testing revealed the presence of amphetamine and alcohol in her system at the time of death.
Beppu, 43, was best known for appearing on "The Real L Word," a series that followed the lives and relationships of LGBTQ+ women in Los Angeles. Her role made her a recognizable figure within the LGBTQ+ community.
In a previous statement, Beppu's family expressed gratitude for the support shown by fans, saying they were "deeply grateful to know how cherished she was and how brightly she will continue to shine." They asked for privacy as they mourned.
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