Drena, daughter of Robert De Niro, reveals cause of death of star’s grandson (Photos: Reproduction; Instagram/Getty)
This Wednesday (5), Robert De Niro’s daughter Drena de Niro revealed the cause of death of Leandro De Niro Rodriguez, the star’s grandson and his son. The young man passed away last Sunday (2) at the age of 19. The news was announced through a post on social media. In the same post, Drena explained the reason for Rodriguez’s death.
Responding to a comment from a netizen questioning the manner of the young man’s death, his mother said Leandro had been taking fentanyl tablets, a painkiller that can also be used with other drugs for anesthesia. “Someone sold him fentanyl pills that they knew contained fentanyl, but they sold them anyway,” she said.
“To all these people who are still selling and buying this shit: my son is gone forever,” he added.
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Leandro De Niro Rodriguez, grandson of Robert De Niro, died in the United States at the age of 19. The boy, who was also an actor, even joined the cast of ‘A Star Is Born’ with Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper. This Sunday (2) the young man’s mother, Drena De Niro, reported the death in a post on social networks, leaving a sensitive tribute. Authorities are investigating the case as an overdose, according to TMZ.
“My beautiful sweet angel. I loved you beyond words from the moment I felt you in my stomach. You were my joy, my heart and everything that was ever pure and real in my life. I would like to be with you right now. I wanted to be with you. I don’t know how to live without you, but I will try to keep spreading the love and light that you gave me so much as your mother. You were deeply loved and cherished, I wish only love could save you. I’m sorry my baby I’m very sorry. Rest in peace and in paradise forever my dear boy,” he wrote. Seek:
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After the fallout from the news, Robert de Niro opened up about the loss to People magazine. “I am deeply saddened by the passing of my beloved grandson Leo,” said the 79yearold artist. “We really appreciate everyone’s condolences. We ask that we have privacy to mourn the loss of Leo,” he added.
According to TMZ, police sources reported that the cause of Leandro’s death was determined to be an overdose. He was found dead this Sunday afternoon (3) sitting in a chair in a New York apartment. Leandro was tracked down by a friend who decided to check on how the actor was doing after days with no news. Drugs and drug paraphernalia were found near the body.