- Gretchen Rossi says her stepson Grayson died after cancer.
- TV personality shared the terrible news on Instagram on Tuesday.
- Michelle Arroyo also shared additional details about his passing.
Gretchen Rossi, a former cast member of “The Real Housewives of Orange County,” is inconsolable over the death of her stepson Grayson Alexander, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 22.
Following a protracted fight with brain cancer, the 44-year-old former reality TV personality shared the terrible news on Instagram on Tuesday.
Our hearts always hung onto the hope that this day would not materialize despite what our reasoning minds told us may happen, she said near the beginning of her article, which featured images of Grayson and his father, Slade Smiley, 49.
“We are extremely heartbroken and grieved by Gray’s passing. Arroyo, Grayson Smiley was such a unique person. He was a fighter like no one had ever seen before while an angel on this planet. He battled every day to find joy in the littlest things despite his anguish and discomfort. Despite his situation, he was usually happy, singing, and dancing.
He was a “real beacon of light and hope,” she continued, noting that “he made an amazing influence on so many people.”
“The Lord knew his existence had significance and will touch many along the way,” the mother of one continued. We will always be indebted to this tiny man for the numerous things he taught us and he will be sorely missed.
This is not a farewell; rather, it is a see you soon, little man. Grayson, you are loved. You will always have a special place in our hearts,” she wrote in her final message, which she, Smiley, and their daughter Skylar Gray all signed.
After a protracted IVF process, Rossi and Smiley, who have been together for 13 years, received their daughter Skylar Gray, now 3 years old. Actually, she was given her middle name in Grayson’s honor.
Michelle Arroyo, Grayson’s mother and Smiley’s ex-wife, also shared additional details about his passing on her social media.
When they brought him back, “he appeared well and was breathing on his own when he left for the hospital but his heart gave out again at the hospital,” they wrote.
“I’m still in shock, but I’m trying to deal with all the details,” she continued. I am aware that Gray is playing cards with Gramma and our cherished Diane while also playing Trouble. His dog Mo has never left his side and is currently by his side.
From Season 4 to Season 8 of “RHOC,” Rossi made an appearance.
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