Shirley Raines, the social media content creator and Beauty 2 The Streetz nonprofit founder, best known for caring for the homeless, died. She was 58, and her family has since spoken out about the “shock” of her death, now that it’s making headlines. After learning of Raines’ death, fans and peers alike were wondering what the cause could have been, as a recent report revealed she was found “unresponsive.”
Raines’ death was announced by her nonprofit organization. In a January 28, 2026, Instagram post, Beauty To the Streetz paid tribute to Ms. Shirley.
“It is with profound sorrow and heavy hearts that Beauty 2 The Streetz announces the passing of our beloved CEO and founder, Shirley Raines, affectionately known to so many as Ms. Shirley,” the announcement began. “Ms. Shirley dedicated her life to serving others and made an immeasurable impact on homeless communities throughout Los Angeles and Nevada. Through her tireless advocacy, deep compassion, and unwavering commitment, she used her powerful media platform to amplify the voices of those in need and to bring dignity, resources, and hope to some of the most underserved populations.”
Calling the loss “devastating to the entire Beauty 2 The Streetz team,” the nonprofit vowed to maintain Raines’ legacy.
Below, learn everything we know so far about Raines’ cause of death and final days.
As previously noted, Raines was a nonprofit founder and a social media content creator known for her work with homeless people. She began the work in 2017 and became a TikTok sensation for her cheerful demeanor when greeting homeless people with food, clothing and more services.
