Tragic Loss: Leandro De Niro Rodriguez, Grandson of Robert De Niro, Passes Away at 19

In a heartbreaking turn of events, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez, the 19-year-old grandson of acclaimed actor Robert De Niro, has sadly passed away. The devastating news was shared by Leandro's mother, Drena De Niro, who took to Instagram to announce the heart-wrenching loss.
In an emotional post on Monday, Drena expressed her profound grief, writing, "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."
Leandro's father, artist Carlos Mare, also shared his sorrow on his Instagram accounts, posting black squares without captions, a poignant symbol of mourning.
Robert De Niro, in a statement, conveyed his profound sadness over the passing of his 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," the legendary actor expressed.
Further details regarding the circumstances of Leandro's passing were not immediately available. However, the New York City police responded to inquiries about a TMZ report, confirming that an 18-year-old male was found unconscious and unresponsive in a New York apartment located in the Cipriani Club Residences on Wall Street. Despite efforts by EMS, he was pronounced deceased at the scene. Leandro had recently turned 19, according to news reports.