Robert De Niro has broken his silence on the death of his “beloved” grandson Leandro.
The 19-year-old was tragically found dead on Sunday in the Cipriani Club Residences on Wall Street, New York.
A source told TMZ that the teen’s death is being investigated as a drug overdose.
Speaking to Metro UK, Robert asked for privacy as he grieved the loss of his “beloved” grandson.
He told the publication: “I’m deeply distressed by the passing of my beloved grandson Leo.”
“We’re greatly appreciative of the condolences from everyone.”
“We ask that we please be given privacy to grieve our loss of Leo.”
Robert’s daughter Drena announced the death of her son via Instagram, writing: “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 @carlosmare 😢💔. Rest in Peace and Eternal Paradise my darling boy 🙏🏽💔💔💔💔💔🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️.”
