Robert De Niro in mourning: His grandson Leandro dies suddenly aged 19

While Robert De Niro became a father for the seventh time at the age of 79, terrible news has hit the family. In a touching Instagram post, Drena De Niro, the actor'sdaughter, announced the death of her son Leandro, aged just 19...

Robert De Niro's daughter in mourning

51-year-old Drena De Niro, the actor's daughter, shared a touching tribute to her son on her Instagram account.

My beautiful sweet angel . I have loved you beyond words or description from the moment I felt you in my belly .You have been my joy my heart and all that was ever pure and real in my life . I wish I was with you right now. I wish I was with you . I don’t know how to live without you but I’ll try to go on and spread the love and light that you so made me feel in getting to be your mama .

She then apologized to her 19-year-old son for not being able to save him.

You were so deeply loved and appreciated and I wish that love alone could have saved you 😞I’m so sorry my baby , I’m so sorry @carlosmare 😢💔. Rest in Peace and Eternal Paradise my darling boy 🙏🏽💔💔💔💔💔🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️

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Drena received tender messages from fans

In the comments of the Instagram post, stars and netizens from around the world share their condolences. Once Upon A Time actress Lana Parrillashared her support for the grieving mother.

Drena, I’m so deeply sorry. Sending you an enormous amount of love, prayers and strength. May God be with you and all who love your darling boy ❤️🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️

American actress Rosie Perez said she was shocked, and offered her support and love to the family.

😢Shocked! I’m so sorry! We are all here for you !!! I love you too much!

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This article has been translated from Oh!MyMag FR.

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