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Reality contestant kills himself
Published Wednesday, Feb 16 2005, 15:27 GMT | By Daniel Saney
A contestant on upcoming reality show The Contender has reportedly comitted suicide.
23-year-old Najai Turpin, who was expected to become one of the show's brightest stars, was found dead at his Philadelphia home on Monday.
Host Sylvester Stallone and co-creator Mark Burnett are refusing to divulge many details of the young boxer's death.
Although scenes involving Turpin will not be edited out, he will be honoured with a written message after one of the shows.
The first show will air on March 7.
23-year-old Najai Turpin, who was expected to become one of the show's brightest stars, was found dead at his Philadelphia home on Monday.
Host Sylvester Stallone and co-creator Mark Burnett are refusing to divulge many details of the young boxer's death.
Although scenes involving Turpin will not be edited out, he will be honoured with a written message after one of the shows.
The first show will air on March 7.
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