Contestant Kelsey Bateman from the reality show Rock of Love has passed away at the age of 39.

British rock star Brett Michaels and his wife Kristi Michaels recently celebrated their 12th wedding anniversary on August 8. However, the news of a former contestant from Michaels' reality TV show, Kelsey Lee Bateman, has cast a shadow over the occasion.

Bateman, a native of Utah, competed against 22 other ladies for Michaels' affection in the third and final season of Rock of Love, which aired in 2009. She was 21 years old at the time.

During her time on the show, Bateman made headlines for her antics. In episode seven, she was seen getting 'wasted' with two other contestants. One memorable moment was when she laid on a speed bump while drunk, a scene that became iconic for the show.

Despite her outspoken and sometimes erratic behaviour, Bateman was eliminated from the competition. Upon being eliminated, she admitted she could be 'emotional' and 'a mess.' Afterward, she expressed that she would take a break from thinking about men.

However, the circumstances surrounding Bateman's death, including the cause and time, remain unknown. Reports suggest that she was found lying on a speed bump, saying she couldn't handle things anymore.

Bateman's death was reported recently, with no information available about the exact time and place of her passing. Michaels, who has two daughters, Raine (25) and Jorja (20), has not made any public statements regarding Bateman's death.

During her time on the show, Michaels gently told Bateman that he wasn't sure the road was the place to connect with her, and he didn't think she could handle the lifestyle. At some point during a concert, Michaels noticed that Bateman was no longer present.

Reflecting on her time on the show, Bateman stated that her future partner would likely not be a 44-year-old rock star. Despite their brief encounter, the impact of Bateman's life and untimely death continues to resonate with fans of the show and Michaels himself.