Frankie Abernathy

Purse designer, reality TV personality

Frankie Abernathy - Purse designer, reality TV personality
Born

1981
44 years ago

Died

June 9th, 2007
18 years ago — 26 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

Links & References

A purse designer gained recognition as a cast member on the MTV reality series The Real World: San Diego. Creative approach to design showcased individual style and originality. The series chronicled the lives of housemates living together in San Diego, providing an insight into their experiences and relationships. Abernathy's presence contributed to the dynamic of the cast during the show's airing.

Participated in The Real World: San Diego

Designed a line of purses

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