Dayle Haddon, a former Sports Illustrated model, actor, and activist, has died at 76 in a suspected case of carbon monoxide poisoning. She was found unresponsive in her Solebury Township, Pennsylvania, home on Friday morning. Another man, Walter J. Blucas, 76, remains in critical condition after responders discovered dangerously high levels of carbon monoxide in the property.
Authorities believe the deadly leak was caused by a faulty flue and exhaust pipe in the gas heating system. Haddon’s sudden death has left many shocked, as tributes pour in to honor her remarkable life and achievements.
Haddon was a trailblazer in the modeling and beauty industries, gracing iconic magazine covers like Vogue and Cosmopolitan. She later reinvented herself as a champion for aging women, securing contracts with global brands like L’Oréal. Her passion extended beyond beauty; in 2008, she founded WomenOne to provide education to marginalized girls worldwide.
Her daughter, Ryan, described her as “everyone’s greatest champion” and “an inspiration to many.” Haddon’s incredible legacy of grace, resilience, and advocacy will continue to inspire for generations.
