Social media influencer and entrepreneur Jacinda Jenkins, aged 28, passed away on September 29, 2025, her mother confirmed in a tearful TikTok video posted October 1. The cause of death has not been publicly disclosed.
In the posted video, Jenkins’s mother, Emily Kocik, described the moment as “the worst thing I’ve ever had to do” and appealed for privacy while the family processes the loss. The obituary published by Cooper Funeral Home called her death “sudden,” but provided no further details.

Jenkins built a following through her TikTok accounts, particularly @handmadebyharp, where she shared lifestyle, fashion, and personal content. She also ran a small apparel business, Harper’s Haven Boutique, named after one of her daughters. Her content often balanced entrepreneurial insights with candid reflections on daily life.
Jenkins is survived by her two daughters, her parents, and extended family. In the obituary, she was praised as a “beacon for those who often go unheard” and someone whose authenticity fostered deep connections with followers.
Tributes poured in quickly from fans, fellow creators, and small-business partners. Many recalled how she combined motherhood, business, and content creation under public scrutiny, yet retained a warm and genuine presence online. One follower wrote, “You inspired many of us to be who we were meant to be … your passing has really affected me.”

Speculation about the circumstances of her death has circulated online. Some social media commentary suggested possible mental health struggles or self-harm, but no official confirmation or statement has supported those claims. The family has not addressed those rumors and is maintaining privacy while making arrangements.
Her passing has reignited conversations around the pressures faced by social creators—especially the emotional toll of maintaining an online persona while managing personal challenges. Many in the creator community noted that Jenkins often spoke openly about vulnerability, burnout, and the labor behind polished content.
As tributes continue and official announcements are awaited, Jacinda Jenkins’s work and ethos are being revisited by her followers and peers alike. Her story now becomes part of the larger narrative about creator wellbeing, authenticity, and the fragility behind public personas.