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Francine Beppu, who appeared in ‘The Real L Word’, dies at 43; family mourns loss, check cause of death
Global Desk | February 24, 2026 1:19 PM CST

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Francine Beppu, a personality from 'The Real L Word', has passed away at 43. She died at her Honolulu home on February 17, 2026. Beppu was also recognized for her work with the Hawai'i LGBT Legacy Foundation. Her family expressed gratitude for the public's affection. Details regarding her cause of death were not immediately available.

Francine Beppu dies at 43. (Photo Credit: Instagram/ naokoctopus)
Francine Beppu Cause of Death: Francine Beppu has died at the age of 43. She was known for her appearance on Showtime’s "The Real L Word." A family spokesperson told TMZ that she passed away February 17, 2026, at her home in Honolulu.

Beppu’s family issued a statement expressing they were "deeply grateful to know how cherished she was and how brightly she will continue to shine." The family asked for privacy and time as they grieve. The family will announce plans to celebrate her life when the family is ready.

Francine Beppu: Cause of death


The cause of death was not disclosed at the time the report was filed.


Francine appeared on ‘The Real L Word’


Francine appeared on "The Real L Word,” the reality series that followed the lives and relationships of LGBTQ+ women in L.A. A digital creator, according to her Instagram account, she has a following of more than 5,800 followers.

While being filmed for The Real L Word‘s second season, Francine modeled for the Autostraddle calendar, according to Autostraddle. In The Real L Word she had a nice storyline with her mom and some big fights with Claire!, according to the online platform. The show ran for three seasons beginning in 2010.

In 2015, Francine went back to Hawai’i and began working with the Hawai’i LGBT Legacy Foundation. She eventually became its president. She currently lives in Honolulu and works as the VP of Network Strategy for the NMG Network.

Francine Beppu: Net Worth

Francine’s social media accounts suggest that she was the founder and president of BADLIARS COLLECTIVE PBC, which “created inclusive communities through culture, events, and impact,” according to The US Sun. She started the organization in June 2025. There is no publicly available information regarding Francine Beppu’s net worth.

Francine’s last Instagram posts in late December 2025 showcased a partnership for an April 2026 golf tournament and teased “big announcements” to come.


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