Celebrity hairstylist Jesus Guerrero’s official cause of death has been confirmed as pneumonia and cryptococcosis, a serious fungal infection, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office. Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) was listed as a secondary contributing factor. Guerrero, just 34 years old at the time of his passing, had kept his deteriorating health private in the months leading up to his death. His sister, Gris Guerrero, had previously shared that he was battling what the family initially believed to be gastritis. She explained that while he was experiencing significant stomach pain and rapid weight loss—about 20 pounds—it was never expected to escalate so severely. Guerrero reportedly struggled to eat without discomfort, and although loved ones urged him to seek medical help, he chose to keep much of his struggle to himself.
In the days before his passing, Guerrero was seen traveling in the United Arab Emirates with longtime friend and client Jennifer Lopez. He appeared in her Instagram posts looking serene and present, despite his internal health battle. Lopez later posted a deeply heartfelt tribute to him, remembering him as gentle, kind, and quietly powerful. She described his energy as immediately felt in any room he entered, never attention-seeking but always impactful through his talent and presence. Similarly, Kylie Jenner, another close friend and client, expressed her grief by calling Guerrero a light in her life. She shared that his friendship had been a pillar of support for nearly a decade and that his absence has left an irreplaceable void.
Guerrero had made a name for himself in the beauty industry, styling some of the biggest stars in the world, including Jennifer Lopez, Kylie Jenner, and Kali Uchis. His reputation was built not just on his impeccable artistry, but on the warmth and calm energy he brought to every interaction. His death has come as a painful shock to many in the industry and beyond, especially given how privately he had managed his illness. Guerrero leaves behind a legacy of beauty, creativity, and quiet strength that touched all who knew him.