In a deeply moving Instagram post, Drena De Niro expressed her profound grief over the loss of her son, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez. She shared the agonizing experience of holding him "for the last time," struggling to articulate her emotions amidst overwhelming tears. Drena expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support from friends and family during this difficult time.

Leandro, the grandson of renowned actor Robert De Niro, tragically passed away in New York at the age of 19. Robert De Niro also released a statement expressing his deep distress and requesting privacy to mourn the loss of his beloved grandson.

Drena's Instagram post continued with a poignant reflection on Leandro's kindness, acceptance, and love. She questioned the fairness of his untimely passing, expressing her belief that heaven had gained a powerful angel. She vowed to cherish his memory and carry his love within her heart forever.

Drena, also an actress and filmmaker, shared her determination to continue spreading the love and light that Leandro brought into her life, though she acknowledged the immense challenge of living without him. She expressed the depth of his love and the wish that love alone could have saved him.

The New York City police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding Leandro's death, which occurred at a Wall Street address. The cause of death remains pending.

Drena, 51, is the daughter of Diahnne Abbott, whom De Niro adopted after their marriage in 1976. They later divorced in 1988. Drena and Leandro collaborated on several film projects, including "A Star is Born." De Niro, 79, recently welcomed his seventh child with Tiffany Chen.