• David Crosby, who passed away, will always have Melissa Etheridge’s gratitude.
• David had helped Melissa Etheridge by donating his sperm.
• The 61-year-old star has paid a touching tribute to the “true treasure.”

The sperm donor who helped his friend and her then-partner Julie Cypher in having their children Bailey, now 25, and Beckett, who lost his battle with addiction in 2020, was the late music legend, who passed away on Thursday (19.01.23) at the age of 81.

The 61-year-old star has paid a touching tribute to the “true treasure.”

Melissa wrote on Twitter: “I am grieving the loss of my friend, and Bailey’s and Beckett’s biological father, David.

“He gave me the gift of family. I will forever be grateful to him, [son] Django, and [wife} Jan. His music and legacy will inspire many generations to come. A true treasure.”

In 2000, Melissa—who also had twins from a donor connection with her ex-partner Tammy Lynn Michaels—disclosed David’s paternity.

David denied claims that he hadn’t been involved in his son’s life after Beckett passed away.

He responded, “Not true,” to a Twitter user who claimed he was a “donor who played no part” in Beckett’s upbringing.

Then a supporter sent a sympathy message for Beckett’s passing.

They wrote: “While I know that you were a surrogate, I also know that you just lost a son. I’m sorry, I know you’ve had a rough year.”

David replied: “Maybe it’s a test.”

The ‘Wooden Ships’ hitmaker’s death was announced on Thursday by his family.

They said in a statement: “It is with great sadness after a long illness, that our beloved David (Croz) Crosby has passed away,” she said.

“He was lovingly surrounded by his wife and soulmate Jan and son Django. Although he is no longer here with us, his humanity and kind soul will continue to guide and inspire us. His legacy will continue to live on through his legendary music.

“Peace, love, and harmony to all who knew David and those he touched. We will miss him dearly. At this time, we respectfully and kindly ask for privacy as we grieve and try to deal with our profound loss. Thank you for the love and prayers.”

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