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Tineke “Tini” Younger, widely known for her standout appearance on Next Level Chef, has spent the past few years building a loyal online community through her warm personality, creative cooking content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into her life. With more than two million Instagram followers and a growing presence across multiple platforms, she has inspired countless fans by sharing both her culinary creations and her journey toward motherhood. However, just one day before Thanksgiving, that same community rallied around her for an entirely different reason. Chef Tini and her husband, Antoine Wright Jr., shared heartbreaking news: one of their newborn twin daughters had passed away. The announcement brought an outpouring of condolences as supporters expressed their grief and love for the family.
The couple has been remarkably open about their pregnancy journey since June 24, when they first revealed that they were expecting twins. Their announcement featured sweet family photos, including a sign proudly declaring, “2 Sous Chefs On The Way.” Throughout the following months, Chef Tini continued posting recipe videos, lifestyle content, and updates documenting the joy and anticipation of preparing for the arrival of their daughters. Her followers celebrated each milestone with them, watching as she embraced the excitement of becoming a first-time parent to twins.
As the holidays approached, the family’s journey took a tragic turn. On Wednesday, November 26, both Tini and Antoine shared a deeply emotional post across their social media platforms, revealing that their daughter Arya had passed away. The announcement included tender family photos capturing Tini, Antoine, and their baby girl, along with close-up images of Arya’s tiny hands—moments that offered a glimpse into the love surrounding her brief life. In the final photo of Tini’s post, the new mother is seen gazing down at her daughter with heartbreak and affection.
In her caption, Tini explained that Arya, referred to as “Baby A,” passed away following a placenta abruption, a serious pregnancy complication. She wrote that they had reached nearly 36 weeks of pregnancy and were close to delivering both girls at term when the unexpected medical emergency occurred. Her words conveyed the depth of her grief, her love for her daughter, and the shock of facing such an unimaginable loss after coming so close to welcoming both babies home.
Despite their devastating news, Chef Tini also shared a message of hope, letting her followers know that Baby B—Arya’s twin sister—is doing well and breathing on her own. She expressed her gratitude for their daughter’s strength and emphasized that Arya will always be honored and remembered within their family. Tini promised that her surviving daughter would grow up knowing she is a twin and that she has a sister who will forever be part of her story.
In closing her message, the 24-year-old creator announced that she would be stepping away from social media for an indefinite period. She expressed her appreciation for the support she has received and explained that she needs time to grieve and heal. Though unsure when she will return, she reassured her followers of her love and gratitude, leaving them with a heartfelt promise that she will come back when she is ready.
