Leandro De Niro Rodriguez, the 19-year-old grandson of Robert De Niro, was found dead on Sunday, July 2, 2023, in an apartment in Lower Manhattan. The cause of death has not yet been released, but police are investigating the possibility of an overdose.
Rodriguez was born in 2004 to Drena De Niro and Carlos A. Rodriguez. He was a budding actor, appearing in films “Cabaret Maxime” and “A Star Is Born” alongside his mother. He was also a student at the School of Visual Arts in New York City.
Leandro’s mother, in an emotional Instagram tribute, confirmed the devastating news of his death, expressing her profound love and grief.
“My beautiful sweet angel,” she wrote. “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.”
She continued, “I Iwish 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.”
Another Instagram post from Drena De Niro showcases the immense pain and sorrow she feels, unable to comprehend the loss of her son.
“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 De Niro wrote Monday evening.
“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.”
The 51-year-old concluded her tribute by expressing that her heart is “broken forever,” before tagging Leandro’s father, pioneering subway graffiti artist Carlos Rodriguez.
Leandro De Niro Rodriguez Cause of Death and Investigation:
UPDATE: According to New York City’s chief medical examiner, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez died from the toxic effects of fentanyl, bromazolam, alprazolam, 7-aminoclonazepam, ketamine, and cocaine. The Medical Examiner is ruling his death an accidental overdose.
As of now, the cause of Leandro De Niro Rodriguez’s death has not been publicly disclosed. However, the police are investigating it as a potential overdose. His lifeless body was discovered in a Lower Manhattan apartment, alongside substances believed to be cocaine, unidentified pills, and drug paraphernalia. The investigation aims to shed light on the circumstances surrounding his passing, bringing closure to his family and loved ones.
Leandro De Niro Rodriguez Funeral Arrangements:
The family is currently in the process of organizing the final funeral arrangements for Leandro De Niro Rodriguez. Details regarding the date, time, and location of the funeral are yet to be finalized. Updates will be provided as soon as they become available.
Leandro De Niro Rodriguez Net Worth:
At the time of writing, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez’s net worth remains unknown. While he embarked on his acting career, details regarding his financial assets and earnings are not publicly available.
Rodriguez’s death is a tragedy, and our hearts go out to his family and friends. We will continue to update this story as more information becomes available.
