A tragic incident in California has claimed the lives of a popular fitness influencer and her date, after her estranged husband allegedly opened fire on them in a parking lot. The heartbreaking event happened just days after the woman publicly discussed her troubled marriage on a podcast.
The Victims and the Crime Scene
Gloria Zamora, a 40-year-old mother of seven and well-known fitness influencer, was shot and killed while on a date with 43-year-old Hector Garduno, a father of four. The shooting happened outside a sushi restaurant in Fontana, California, on June 22, 2025.
According to police, the shooter was Zamora’s estranged husband, 45-year-old Thomas Alberto Tamayo Lizarraga. The couple was in the middle of a divorce at the time of the incident.
What Happened That Night
Fontana Police say Lizarraga first shot Garduno before turning the gun on Zamora. Off-duty law enforcement officers nearby heard the gunshots. One of them — an off-duty deputy from the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Office — responded immediately. He confronted Lizarraga and fatally shot him on the spot.
Zamora and Garduno were rushed to the hospital but sadly died from their injuries.
Public Podcast About Her Divorce
Days before the tragic shooting, Zamora appeared on the Herizon podcast, where she openly discussed the challenges in her marriage. She revealed that her relationship with Lizarraga had become toxic and that her rising success as a fitness influencer had made things worse.
In the podcast, she said, “Instead of being supportive, he was trying to bring me down,” mentioning how Lizarraga made hurtful comments about her appearance. The podcast episode aired on June 16, less than a week before she was killed.
One Instagram clip from the podcast included the caption, “With husbands like these, who needs enemies?”
Who Was Gloria Zamora?
Gloria Zamora had built a large following online, with over 150,000 Instagram followers. She was known for promoting fitness, self-love, and strength, especially for mothers. Her openness about her personal struggles had earned her both praise and support from her community.
Community Shocked by Sudden Loss
The shocking murder-suicide has left both families and the wider community in grief. Friends, followers, and fellow influencers have posted heartfelt messages on social media, remembering Zamora as a strong and inspiring woman who wanted to make a difference.
This tragic case is a heartbreaking reminder of how domestic conflicts can escalate into deadly violence. Gloria Zamora’s story is one of courage, strength, and vulnerability — and her voice, once shared to inspire others, was silenced in a moment of cruelty.
As the families of both victims mourn, many are calling for greater awareness about domestic violence and emotional abuse, especially in relationships that appear perfect from the outside.
