Robert De Niro 'deeply distressed' by death of 19-year-old grandson

Robert De Niro’s daughter Drena De Niro is giving an update on her son Leandro De Niro Rodriguez’s cause of death following his tragic death at 19. The former model revealed what happened while responding to a series of Instagram comments, explaining that his death involved the use of fentanyl.“Someone sold him fentanyl laced pills that they knew were laced yet still sold them to him,” the 51-year-old mom responded to an online user who asked about the cause of death.

Robert De Niro, De Niro Rodriguez died Sunday at age 19 as a result of taking “fentanyl laced pills” that were knowingly given to him, according to his mother, Drena De Niro.“Someone sold him fentanyl laced pills that they knew were laced yet still sold them to him,” the actor and filmmaker wrote in response to a comment asking how her son died. “So for all these people still f–king around and selling and buying this s–t , my son is gone forever.”In the Instagram post, which Drena shared Monday, she announced the death of her son with “immeasurable” shock and sadness and asked for privacy “to process this inconsolable grief.” In his own statement to media, Robert De Niro said of his grandson, “I’m deeply distressed by the passing of my beloved grandson Leo.

Carlos Rodriguez, the father of Robert De Niro’s grandchild Leandro, is mourning the loss of his son following his death at age 19.

Drena De Niro is speaking out after the untimely death of her son, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez.

Rodriguez died on Monday (July 3) in New York at the age of 19. De Niro said that he is “deeply distressed” about losing his grandson.Drena De Niro, De Niro’s adopted daughter, claimed on Instagram yesterday (July 5) that fentanyl-laced pills caused her son’s death.Responding to a question about how Rodriguez had died, the 51-year-old said: “Someone sold him fentanyl laced pills that they knew were laced yet still sold them to him.“So for all these people still fucking around selling and buying this shit, my son is gone for ever.”A post shared by Drena (@drenadeniro)As LBC notes, the toxicology test results have not been released so the cause of Rodriguez’s death is not official.New York police are investigating the death as a possible overdose, according to local media, and several US outlets have reported that the young actor was found with white powder and drug paraphernalia nearby.Speaking out following his grandson’s death, De Niro said that he was “deeply distressed” and family members are “greatly appreciative of the condolences” but asked “that we please be given privacy to grieve our loss of Leo”.Drena wrote in tribute to her son yesterday: “My beautiful sweet angel.

the untimely death of her son, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez. Drena took to Instagram to share what she claims caused Leandro's death, replying to one commenter that her son was allegedly sold «fentanyl laced pills.» The 51-year-old actress and daughter of Robert De Niro previously revealed that Leandro had died in a heartbreaking tribute earlier this week on social media. He was reportedly 19. «Someone sold him fentanyl laced pills that they knew were laced yet still sold them to him,» Drena wrote in a new Instagram comment, replying to a follower who asked «OMG, why? How?» «So for all these people still f**king around selling and buying this s**t, my son is gone forever,» she concluded with a crying emoji. Drena had previously written, in an open tribute to her late son, that he «didn't deserve to die like this.» The grieving mother first announced the tragic news on July 2 with an Instagram post dedicated to her «beautiful sweet angel.»«I have loved you beyond words or description from the moment I felt you in my belly.

Robert De Niro's grandson Leandro De Niro Rodriguez's cause of death has been revealed.The 19-year-old sadly passed away earlier this week and his mother, Drena De Niro, 51, confirmed the news on Instagram as she said goodbye to her 'beautiful sweet angel'. Drena, the daughter of Hollywood actor Robert and actress Diahnne Abbott, has now broken her silence on further details. While it's not been confirmed by a toxicology report, Leandro's mum claimed her son took pills laced with fentanyl.

Robert De Niro‘s grandson may have lost his life to a fentanyl overdose, according to his mother.

More information has been revealed following the death of Robert De Niro‘s grandson, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez.

Robert De Niro's daughter, Drena De Niro, announced her son's death, his father, Carlos Rodriguez, took to Instagram to pen an emotional tribute to his son. Leandro was reportedly 19 at the time of his death.«If you knew him you would know. ♥️

Robert De Niro’s daughter Drena De Niro claimed that her son Leandro De Niro Rodriguez died after taking pills laced with fentanyl.

Just days after the tragic passing of Robert De Niro's grandson, more details surrounding a potential cause of death are being revealed. De Niro's eldest child, Drena De Niro, discussed her son Leandro's passing in the comments section of her Instagram, replying to a user who asked what happened. "Someone sold him fentanyl laced pills that they knew were laced yet still sold them to him, so for all these people still f---ing around selling and buying this s--- , my son is gone forever," she wrote.

Robert De Niro has said he’s “deeply distressed” by the death of his 19-year-old grandson Leandro De Niro Rodriguez.The actor’s eldest daughter, Drena De Niro, announced Leandro’s death on Instagram earlier this week (July 3). A cause of death has not been released.In a statement (via Fox News), Robert De Niro said: “I’m deeply distressed by the passing of my beloved grandson Leo. We’re greatly appreciative of the condolences from everyone.

Drena De Niro recalled holding her son, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez, "for the last time" in a heartbreaking post penned days after his death. "I can barely type through my tears but all the love, the messages, calls, texts, emails, the friends and family that held me up these last 24 hrs I’ve not been able to respond yet but we’re grateful for the all your love and condolences," Drena shared on Instagram.  "None of this is right or fair and my heart hurts in a way I never knew possible while still breathing and barely functioning. Leo my darling I love you today like the first day I held you in my arms." Leandro, Robert De Niro's grandson, reportedly died on Sunday in New York.

Robert De Niro's daughter announced her son's death, she took to Instagram to pen a touching tribute to him. Leandro De Niro-Rodriguez was reportedly 19.«I can barely type through my tears but all the love, the messages, calls, texts, emails, the friends and family that held me up these last 24 [hours] I've not been able to respond yet but we're grateful for the all your love and condolences,» Drena began.

Robert De Niro’s daughter is opening up about the loss of her son.

Robert De Niro broke his silence on the death of his 19-year-old grandson Leandro De Niro Rodriguez.

Robert De Niro has spoken out in a statement following the death of his 19-year-old grandson Leandro De Niro Rodriguez.

Robert De Niro is speaking out after the death of his grandson, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez. In a statement issued to ET on Monday, the actor expressed profound sadness over the loss. De Niro's daughter, Drena De Niro, revealed late Sunday evening that her son, whom the family called «Leo,» had died. «I'm deeply distressed by the passing of my beloved grandson Leo,» the star said in a statement via his rep.

Drena De Niro, the daughter of legendary actor Robert De Niro, revealed the tragic passing of her son, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez. As news of this devastating loss spread, Drena, a 51-year-old actress, poured her emotions into a heartfelt post, leaving her followers deeply moved.“My beautiful sweet angel.

Robert De Niro is speaking out after the death of his grandson, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez. In a statement issued to ET on Monday, the actor expressed profound sadness over the loss. De Niro's daughter, Drena De Niro, revealed late Sunday evening that her son, whom the family called «Leo,» had died. «I'm deeply distressed by the passing of my beloved grandson Leo,» the star said in a statement via his rep.

Robert De Niro has made his first statement since hearing of the sudden passing of his grandson, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez.

according to TMZ. An NYPD representative told TheWrap the medical examiner will determine cause of death.“It is with immeasurable shock and and sadness that we say goodbye to our beloved son Leo,” Drena De Niro, who Robert adopted when he married her mother, his first wife Diahnne Abbott, told TheWrap in a statement on her son’s death.

Robert De Niro has issued a heartbreaking statement following the tragic death of his grandson Leandro De Niro Rodriguez - who was discovered dead aged just 19.

This is heartbreaking.

Leandro De Niro Rodriguez, a grandson of Robert De Niro who acted in A Star Is Born and Cabaret Maxime, has died. He was 19.

Sophia Scorziello editor Leandro De Niro Rodriguez, a grandson of Robert De Niro who also acted in “A Star Is Born,” has died. He was 19. Drena De Niro, Rodriguez’s mother and daughter of Robert De Niro and his first wife Diahnne Abbott, announced her son’s death in a post on Instagram Sunday. She wrote, “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. 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. Rest in peace and eternal paradise my darling boy.”

It's been confirmed that Robert De Niro's grandson Rodriguez has sadly passed away at 19 years old. Leandro De Niro Rodriguez's mother announced the sad news as she paid tribute to her 'beautiful sweet angel'. Sharing the tragic news on Instagram, she posted a picture of her son, whose cause of death has yet to be revealed.

Robert De Niro‘s daughter Drena De Niro paid tribute to her son, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez, following his death at age 19.

Robert De Niro’s grandson Leandro De Niro Rodriguez has died aged 19.The actor’s eldest daughter, Drena De Niro, announced his death on Instagram today (June 3). A cause of death has not been released.“My beautiful sweet angel,” Drena wrote. “I have loved you beyond words or description from the moment I felt you in my belly.

Robert De Niro’s grandson Leandro De Niro Rodriguez has died.

Robert De Niro's grandson, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez, has died, according to a social media post from his mother. He was reportedly 19. Drena De Niro, the 51-year-old daughter of the iconic actor, shared the news on Instagram on July 2 with an emotional post. «My beautiful sweet angel.

Robert De Niro’s 19-year-old grandson, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez, has died.

Robert De Niro's grandson, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez, has died, according to a social media post from his mother. Drena De Niro, the 51-year-old adopted daughter of the iconic actor, shared the news on Instagram on July 2 with an emotional post. «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.

Robert De Niro 's 19-year-old grandson Leandro De Niro Rodriguez has passed away, his heartbroken mother has confirmed.

Robert De Niro after he welcomed his seventh child in April.Lawrence recently appeared on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, where she was asked by two audience members if she had sent a present to her former Silver Linings Playbook co-star after hearing the news.“I did one better, I sent over a baby nurse,” Lawrence said in response (via PageSix). “I’m really happy for him.”After Cohen said she had sent the “ultimate present”, Lawrence replied: “Of course, a night’s sleep? Yeah.”Along with 2012’s Silver Linings Playbook, Lawrence and De Niro both starred together in 2015 film Joy, also directed by David O.