Kristin Cavalleri's brother found dead

Television personality Kristin Cavallari attends the Go Red For Women Red Dress Collection 2015 presented by Macy's fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall 2015 at Lincoln Center on February 12, 2015 in New York City.

UTAH — Reality TV star Kristin Cavalleri’s brother was found dead Thursday, Eonline reports.

"We want to thank everyone for their love, support and prayers during this very difficult time," Cavallari said in a statement to E! News. "We have just been informed by the authorities my brother's body has been found. This is a very painful time and we are still processing it all. We kindly ask everyone please respect our privacy during our time of grieving."

Michael Cavalleri’s car was found on the side of a Utah interstate Nov. 27. The car appeared to have hit a large rock on the side of the road. When the car was found it was still running. Cavalleri’s cellphone and laptop were still inside the vehicle and the airbag had been deployed.