TikTok Star Shirley Raines, Known for Helping Homeless, Dies at 58

Raines's cause of death revealed as hypertensive heart disease after weeks of speculation

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Shirley Raines, the viral 'Beauty 2 The Streetz' activist who won millions of hearts by feeding, beautifying and championing the homeless, died of hypertensive heart disease at the age of 58. Raines's daughter confirmed the news, bringing an end to weeks of speculation surrounding the sudden and unexpected passing of the influential social media star.

Why it matters

Raines used her large social media following to transform viral fame into a mission of compassion, founding the nonprofit Beauty 2 The Streetz to provide meals, hygiene supplies, and beauty makeovers to people living on the streets, particularly in Los Angeles's Skid Row. Her death is a significant loss for the homeless community she dedicated her life to supporting.

The details

According to police and family accounts, officers conducted a wellness check at Raines's Henderson, Nevada home after her daughter grew concerned when she was unable to reach her. Responding officers found Raines unresponsive on her bed, with a 'finished plate of food' and a white pill–likely her daily Prozac–nearby.

  • Raines was found unresponsive in her Nevada home on January 27, 2026.
  • Raines's cause of death was confirmed by her family on February 18, 2026.

The players

Shirley Raines

A 58-year-old TikTok star known for her nonprofit 'Beauty 2 The Streetz', which provided meals, hygiene supplies, and beauty makeovers to people living on the streets in Los Angeles.

Danielle Williams

Raines's daughter, who confirmed the cause of her mother's death to PEOPLE magazine.

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The takeaway

Raines's story serves as a powerful reminder of the impact one person can have in uplifting and supporting the most vulnerable members of a community. Her compassion and dedication to the homeless will continue to inspire others to follow in her footsteps.