Rock star's fiancée dies after falling overboard on cruise

The fiancée of famous rockstar Taime Downe has died after falling overboard on an 80s music-themed cruise. 

The family of Kimberly Burch announced her death in a emotional post on Facebook, writing, "It is with broken hearts that we share the sad news that Kimberly Burch has passed away."

"She was a beloved Daughter, Sister, Sister-in-law and Aunt. She will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved her."

"We ask for prayers during this time for our family as we try to wrap our minds around this heartbreaking tragedy. We love and miss you Kimberly Burch!!"

Burch, who worked as a realtor, joined the cruise on Sunday, as her partner's band Faster Pussycat was booked as one of the musical acts on board the seven-day cruise.

By Monday, Burch had gone overboard roughly 30kms from the Bahamas and was presumed dead, with her family sharing their message confirming her death on social media on Tuesday. Her body remains missing.

The couple shared a loved-up photo of them on the cruise less than 24 hours before her untimely death. 

Downe's band Faster Pussycat, an '80s hard rock and glam metal group known for their hits including House Of Pain, had two performances scheduled over the cruise – one on Sunday and another for Tuesday night.

The cruise, billed as an ideal trip for lovers of '80s music, is set to return to port on Sunday March 9th.

In a statement to Variety, Royal Caribbean said: "Our crew immediately launched a search and rescue effort, is working with local authorities, and we are providing support and assistance to the guest's family during this difficult time."

"To respect the privacy of our guest's family, we have no additional details to share."

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