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Project Runway star dies after devastating fall

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One of the more successful alums from fashion designing reality TV Project Runway has tragically passed away after suffering a debilitating fall.

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Chris March, 56, passed away on Thursday, September 5th, after suffering a devastating fall. The accident led to Mr March suffering paralysis to both his legs, arms, and hand before being placed in a medically induced coma. 

Chris placed fourth in season four of Project Runway and also appeared on Project Runway All Stars as well as starring in his own reality show, Mad Fashion

WATCH: Chris March’s laugh imitated by fellow contestants

According to TMZ, Chris died of a heart attack. 

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March became renowned for his avant-garde style pieces, designing gowns for A-list celebrities such as Meryl Streep, Lady Gaga, Beyonce and Madonna. 

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Chris March (Credit: Getty)

American talk show host Andy Cohen paid tribute to the late Chris March with an emotional Instagram post. 

“This is how I’m going to remember Chris March, dressed as Lisa Vanderpump as I wear a Giggy costume he made for one of our first Halloween specials.”

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“Chris was a finalist on Season 4 of Project Runway. He designed for everyone from Beyoncé, Gaga, Madonna, Meryl, Prince, and many legendary downtown drag queens (And Sonja Morgan!).

“He had a big booming laugh; he was a joy and delight. #RIP”

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