About Karyn Velez
Lived 1990 – 2013 (aged 23). Karyn Velez was an American and Filipino badminton player.
Karyn Cecilia Velez (March 5, 1990 – August 12, 2013) was a Filipino-American badminton player who competed in international level events.
Velez died of serious injuries in a head-on car crash aged 23. The van driver who struck her vehicle pleaded guilty for homicide after he was charged for reckless driving.
Before her death, she was aiming to qualify for the 2016 Summer Olympics.
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Who was Karyn Velez?
badminton player
When was Karyn Velez born?
Karyn Velez was born on 5 March 1990 in Philippines.
When did Karyn Velez die?
Karyn Velez died on 12 August 2013.
What was Karyn Velez's occupation?
Karyn Velez was a badminton player.
What nationality was Karyn Velez?
Karyn Velez was American and Filipino.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Karyn Velez. https://biography.guide/karyn-velez/
MLA: "Karyn Velez." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/karyn-velez/.
Chicago: "Karyn Velez." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/karyn-velez/.
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