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Robert De Niro is sharing a statement following the sudden death of his grandson.

On Sunday, the Oscar-winning actor’s daughter, Drena, announced that her 19-year-old son Leandro had died.

No cause of death was given.

In a statement yesterday, De Niro said, “I’m deeply distressed by the passing of my 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.”

Drena De Niro shared a statement via USA TODAY, “It is with immeasurable shock and sadness that we say goodbye to our beloved son Leo. We thank you for the outpouring of love and support and ask that we are given privacy at this time to process this inconsolable grief.”

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