Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 4, 2025 · Entertainment

Tragic Loss: Caitlyn Jenner's Closest Friend Sophia Hutchins Dies in Shock ATV Accident

Caitlyn Jenner 's longtime friend Sophia Hutchins has died at 29 following a horror ATV accident near the reality star's Malibu home; seen in 2020

SHOCKING TRAGEDY STRIKES CAITLYN JENNER'S INNER CIRCLE: Close Friend Sophia Hutchins Dies at 29 in Horrific ATV Accident

In a devastating turn of events, Caitlyn Jenner's longtime friend and manager, Sophia Hutchins, has met her untimely demise at the age of 29. The young entrepreneur tragically lost her life in a horrific ATV accident near Jenner's Malibu mansion on July 2.

According to sources, Hutchins was riding an all-terrain vehicle when she struck the bumper of a moving car. The impact was so severe that it forced the ATV over the shoulder and sent both the vehicle and Hutchins plummeting 350 feet down into a ravine. First responders pronounced her dead at the scene, leaving behind a stunned community and a trail of unanswered questions.

Hutchins was driving an ATV that 'plummeted 350 feet down into a ravine' after hitting a car near Jenner's clifftop Malibu mansion. Jenner's secluded $3.5M home in the canyons is seen here in file photo

The two individuals in the car struck by Hutchins were fortunately uninjured, but the tragedy has left everyone in shock. As The Scholarly Note.com reaches out to representatives for Jenner, Hutchins, and the Kardashian family for comment, it remains unclear whether Jenner was even home at the time of the fatal incident or if she witnessed her friend's tragic crash.

For over a decade, Hutchins had been Jenner's closest confidant, serving as her manager since 2017. The two shared an unorthodox yet undeniable bond, with Hutchins frequently citing Jenner as her inspiration for coming out as transgender in college. In fact, the young blonde revealed that seeing Jenner's transition on a 20/20 special "made it so much more real" for her.

As Hutchins' relationship with Jenner deepened, she began working full-time as the star's manager, taking over from Jenner's ex-wife Kris Jenner in 2015. In this role, Hutchins also served as CEO of the Caitlyn Jenner Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to combating discrimination against transgender people.

Hutchins — who has worked as Jenner's manager since 2017 — lost her life after striking the bumper of a moving car while she was riding an ATV on the morning on Wednesday, July 2; seen in 2020

But Hutchins' impact on Jenner's life went far beyond just management and advocacy. The young entrepreneur was an integral part of the reality star's inner circle, often appearing by her side at high-profile events like the Vanity Fair Oscar Party and film festivals. Their home life in Malibu, California, was also frequently documented on social media, showcasing a cozy dynamic that defied conventional norms.

When asked about their living arrangements, Hutchins candidly revealed that they had to install a lock on her door due to Jenner's tendency to barge in unannounced. "It's like living with your parents," she quipped during an interview on the Juicy Scoop podcast. Despite this, Hutchins described her relationship with Jenner as "parental, familial" – a sentiment echoed by both women over the years.

But beneath their seemingly harmonious facade lay whispers of controversy and intrigue. As Hutchins' social media presence grew, so did speculation about her personal life. Some wondered if she was more than just a close friend to the reality star, given their intimate connection and frequent appearances together. However, in interviews, both Hutchins and Jenner repeatedly denied any romantic involvement.

Hutchins pictured with Jenner and Jenner's stepdaughter Kim Kardashian in 2020

Their most recent high-profile outing was at the April 2024 White House Correspondents Dinner in Washington, D.C., where Hutchins beamed beside Trump, flaunting her unwavering support for the MAGA movement. Her Instagram post accompanying the photo read: "The energy, passion, and commitment for our movement to Save America has never been greater! We will never give up"

As news of Hutchins' tragic death spreads, fans are left reeling, mourning the loss of a vibrant young life cut short in its prime. As The Scholarly Note.com continues to follow this developing story, one thing remains clear: Sophia Hutchins' passing leaves an unfillable void in Caitlyn Jenner's world and a haunting reminder of the fragility of life.

Hutchins' own business ventures, including her stint as CEO of LUMASOL, a spray sunscreen brand launched in 2020 with Kim Kardashian's endorsement, have also raised eyebrows. The company ultimately shut down its website after just over a year, citing plans to revamp and relaunch the line in 2022 – a promise that never materialized.

Hutchins' last public appearance with Jenner was in 2024 when she accompanied her to the April 2024 White House Correspondents Dinner in Washington, D.C; (pictured)

As Hutchins' life and legacy are celebrated by friends, fans, and admirers, one question lingers: what would have become of this talented young entrepreneur had fate not intervened so cruelly? Only time will tell.

Like Jenner, Hutchins was a vocal supporter of President Donald Trump and the MAGA movement. Last year, Hutchins had the opportunity to meet the billionaire

Despite living under one roof, Hutchins previously told The New York Times that she and Jenner 'were never romantically involved' with each other — a sentiment that pair have repeated over the years

Back in 2019, Hutchins shared rare insight on what it's really like living with Jenner, describing it as 'kind of like living with your parents'; Hutchins seen in 2019