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Action movie actor Sylvester Stallone faced a heartbreaking family death.

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His son Sage, who was an actor like his father, passed away from a heart attack at 36. In 'Rocky V' (1990), they played the roles of father and son.

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Nick Cannon -

During an episode of his talk show in December 2021, Cannon disclosed that his youngest child had passed away. His infant son Zen, who was five months old, had been suffering from a rare illness called hydrocephalus. 

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Benjamin Keough, the son of Lisa Marie Presley, tragically took his own life on July 12, 2020. Presley, who passed away prematurely herself on January 12, 2023, openly expressed the profound grief she had carried since her son's death. 

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Presley wrote an open letter describing her experience, hoping to offer solace to others facing a similar loss. She shared how she used to avoid those who had gone through such heartbreak in the past. She revealed the constant self-blame and internal struggles she faced, which compounded the challenges she already faced. Presley shared that attending and hosting support groups helped her immensely. By maintaining these connections and offering support, she believed healing and resilience could be fostered in the face of such immense sorrow.

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Ray Lewis, the former Ravens linebacker, lost his 28-year-old son, Ray Lewis III. The tragic news broke on June 15, 2023. Similar to his father, Ray III played football at the University of Miami before moving on to Coastal Carolina and Virginia Union. An autopsy showed that he died of an overdose with fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine in his system. 

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Comedian Rickey Smiley lost his eldest son, Brandon Smiley, who was also a comedian. On January 29, 2023, Rickey took to Instagram to announce the sad news in a heart-wrenching video. "I just had bad news this morning," he began. "My son, Brandon Smiley, has passed away this morning." Rickey asked people to pray for him and his family, specifically for Brandon's mother and four siblings, and his three-year-old daughter. He later revealed that his son died of an overdose.

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On December 9, 2022, Tina Turner announced the passing of her youngest biological son, Ronnie Turner, at the age of 62. Ronnie lost his battle with colon cancer, leaving behind a grieving mother. Tina shared a solemn black-and-white portrait of herself on Instagram, expressing her sorrow and writing, "Ronnie, you left the world far too early. In sorrow, I close my eyes and think of you, my beloved son.” This unfortunate event marked the second loss of a child for Tina, following the tragic death of her son Craig, who took his own life in 2018. Tina Turner herself passed away on May 24, 2023.

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Davido -

On October 31, 2022, Nigerian Afrobeats artist Davido tragically lost his three-year-old son in a drowning accident that occurred at the pool in his home in Lagos.

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Tim Roth -

On October 31, 2022, Tim Roth issued a statement to the media announcing the tragic loss of their son, Cormac, at the age of 25, due to cancer. Cormac, a talented composer and guitarist, had been diagnosed with stage 3 germ cell cancer a year before and had fought the illness with remarkable strength. Unfortunately, he ultimately succumbed to the disease on October 16, peacefully passing away in the presence of his loving family. 

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John Travolta -

The actor is yet another father who experienced a parent's worst nightmare.

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In 2009, he tragically lost his son, Jett, at the age of 16 due to a seizure.

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Jack and Kristina Wagner, known for their roles in 'General Hospital,' experienced the tragic loss of their son Harrison. The family later disclosed that Harrison had succumbed to his battle with addiction. 

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Master P -

Master P, the rapper and entrepreneur, endured the tragic loss of his daughter, Tytyana Miller, who passed away at the age of 25 in 2022. Although the cause of her death was not disclosed, Master P emphasized the importance of addressing mental illness and substance abuse.

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Australian musician Nick Cave tragically lost his son Jethro Lazenby in 2022, at the age of 31. Cave, who is the frontman of Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, confirmed the sad news through his manager Brian Message in a statement to NBC. The statement expressed his deep sorrow and requested privacy for the family during this difficult time. The cause of Jethro's death has not been disclosed. 

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This devastating loss for Nick Cave came seven years after the death of his other son, Arthur, who was only 15 years old when he tragically fell from a cliff in Brighton, England.

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Brooke Bailey -

Reality star Brooke Bailey, famous for her role on 'Basketball Wives,' grieved the loss of her daughter Kayla, who passed away at the young age of 25. 

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Jane Campion -

Jane Campion, the director of 'Power of the Dog,' shared in an interview with Vanity Fair, the heartbreaking experience of losing her infant son when he was just two weeks old. "It's the most humanizing experience I’ve had. You feel solidarity with everybody else that’s expressing grief. You can never turn your head away from somebody who’s suffering because you really know that it’s a club," she said in a 2022 interview with Vanity Fair. 

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Satya Nadella -

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and his wife Anu have tragically lost their son Zain at the age of 26. Zain was born with cerebral palsy and faced various challenges, resulting from asphyxiation in utero and being born with a weight of just 3 lbs. Due to these conditions, he required specialized and constant care. 

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Michael Madsen -

Actor Michael Madsen, known for his roles in 'Reservoir Dogs' and 'Kill Bill,' suffered the loss of his son, Hudson Madsen. Hudson tragically took his own life at the age of 26 in January 2022. 

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Regina King -

Regina King experienced an eerily similar tragedy when her son, Ian Alexander Jr., who took his own life shortly after his 26th birthday in January 2022. Ian Alexander Jr. was the only child of King and her ex-husband, record producer Ian Alexander Sr. 

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In 2021, Chris Daughtry experienced the devastating loss of his stepdaughter, Hannah Price, who was 25 years old. In order to cope with this tragedy, the singer made the decision to cancel his tour dates, allowing himself and his family time to mourn together.  The family issued a statement in which they confirmed that Price tragically ended her own life while under the influence of drugs.

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Bobby Brown experienced yet another tragedy when his 28-year-old son, Bobby Brown Jr., was found dead in his Los Angeles residence in November 2021. This comes after the previous losses of his ex-wife, Whitney Houston, in 2012, and their daughter, Bobbi Kristina Brown, in 2015. The cause of death was reported to be an accidental overdose.

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Robert Redford -

Robert Redford, the renowned Hollywood actor, experienced the heartbreaking loss of his son James Redford. Known for his work as a documentary filmmaker and as a co-founder of The Sundance Institute, James succumbed to bile-duct cancer in his liver. Sadly, this isn't the first time Robert has faced such a tragedy; he previously suffered the loss of his first son, Scott, to sudden infant death syndrome at the tender age of two and a half months back in 1959.

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Melissa Etheridge -

Melissa Etheridge's 21-year-old son Beckett Cypher, whom she had with her ex Julie Cypher, passed away in 2021 due to an opioid overdose. "My heart is broken," Etheridge wrote on social media.

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Eric Clapton -

The musician experienced a heartbreaking tragedy that deeply impacted his life. Clapton's son Connor, who was 4 years old, fell out the window of a New York building where he was living with his mother, Lory Del Santo. The song 'Tears in Heaven' by Clapton is dedicated to Connor.

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Prince -

Prince remains a significant figure in the music industry, holding a prominent place in its history. Mayte Garcia became his wife, and together they welcomed their son Amiir Gregory Nelson. Tragically, their newborn child had Pfeiffer Syndrome and passed away after one week.

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Vanessa Redgrave -

The acclaimed actress is widely recognized for her successful career. However, she also faced the challenge of coping with a devastating loss in her family. Her daughter, actress Natasha Richardson who was married to Liam Neeson, tragically passed away at the age of 45 in a skiing accident in 2009.

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Mike Tyson -

The fighter has faced challenges in both personal and public spheres. His daughter, Exodus, passed away in 2009 from accidental asphyxiation at the age of four.

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Charlie Chaplin -

Sir Charles Spencer Chaplin, also known as Charlie Chaplin, had to endure the loss of two of his sons.

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Charlie Chaplin -

His first child, Norman Spencer Chaplin, died three days after he was born. Then, his son, and fellow actor, Charlie Chaplin Jr., aged 42, died of a blood clot in his lung in 1968.

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Anna Nicole Smith -

The model, actress, and 1993 Playmate of the Year had a tumultuous life.

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Anna Nicole Smith -

The lowest moment occurred when she tragically lost her beloved son, Daniel, at the age of 20 due to an overdose. This devastating event took a toll on her, and five months later, she herself passed away, allegedly due to an overdose.

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Marie Osmond -

Marie Osmond, known for her singing, acting, and hosting, has also dealt with a heart-wrenching tragedy. In February 2010, her son Michael tragically ended his life by leaping from an eighth-floor window of a building.

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Dr. Dre, the rapper, has enjoyed a successful career since the late 1980s. However, he is another parent who suffered a devastating loss. His 20-year-old son, Andre Young Jr., was found dead due to an overdose on heroin and morphine.

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Marlon Brando -

The legendary actor experienced a tragic loss that left a lasting impact.

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Marlon Brando's daughter from his third wife, Cheyenne, tragically took her own life at her mother's home in Tahiti. A few years earlier, Christian Brando, her half-brother, had killed her boyfriend at their father's house after she claimed he was abusive. 

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Paul Newman -

Paul Newman, an actor who won an Academy Award, experienced the loss of his only son in 1978.

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Paul Newman -

Actor Scott Newman, aged 28, died of a drug overdose (valium and painkillers) after he suffered a motorcycle accident.

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Vince Neil -

Mötley Crüe singer Vince Neil tragically lost his daughter Skylar to cancer at the age of four.

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Cristiano Ronaldo -

In 2022, Cristiano Ronaldo and his girlfriend, Georgina Rodríguez, shared the heartbreaking news that one of their newborn twins had sadly passed away. "It is the greatest pain that any parents can feel," Ronaldo wrote on social media. "Only the birth of our baby girl gives us the strength to live this moment with some hope and happiness."

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Renowned life coach and author Iyanla Vanzant announced the death of her 49-year-old daughter Nisa Vanzant in July 2023. Vanzant also lost her eldest daughter, Gemmia, to colon cancer in 2003.

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Sinead O'Connor lost her 17-year-old son, who took his own life after running away from a hospital in Ireland in 2022. Sadly, O'Connor died too not long after. On July 26, 2023, her family shared the news that the legendary singer had passed away. 

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Johnny Carson -

Johnny Carson, known for his brilliance as a TV host and comedian, was famously labeled "the most private public man who ever lived.”

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He is another parent who tragically lost his son. Richard, aged 21, died in a car accident in 1991.

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Rob Delaney -

Another well-known comedian, another father who experienced the loss of a child. Rob Delaney tragically lost his 2-year-old son, Henry, in 2018 due to a brain tumor.

See also: Celebrities who tragically lost family members

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