Hilde Lynn Helphenstein, a notable figure in the art world known as 'Jerry Gogosian,' was discovered dead in her hotel room at the Rosewood Hotel in São Paulo, Brazil. The 40-year-old had been in Brazil for three weeks for a cosmetic procedure. Authorities are treating her death as suspicious, as she was found unresponsive with pills present at the scene. Helphenstein's impactful commentary, which included a Substack newsletter titled The Jerry Report and a podcast called Art Smack, resonated with many in the art community. Her final Instagram post, shared shortly before her death, encouraged followers to embrace their inner richness. Following the news of her passing, numerous artists and critics paid tribute to her unique voice, emphasizing her courage to speak truths in an industry often driven by market interests. Dutch artists Lonneke Gordijn and Ralph Nauta expressed their sorrow, stating that an important critical voice has been lost. Artnet columnist Luning Wang also praised her honesty and humor, reflecting on the significant impact she had on the art community.