Guns ‘N Roses lead guitarist Slash revealed that his 25-year-old stepdaughter, Lucy-Bleu Knight, passed away this week. Just hours after the tragic announcement, Knight’s final words were posted on her personal Instagram page.
“Whether I made you feel excluded, manipulated/controlled you, told you to quit your day job from the comfort of being financially supported by my parents, or drowned real issues in toxic positivity—I am sorry,” Knight wrote in what appeared to be a scheduled post. “Countless missed opportunities and connections due to a disgustingly big ego, insecure heart and fear of being vulnerable,” she continued, “May my soul learn to evolve from my poor job at being Lucy-Bleu. Peace.”
Slash had announced her death via Instagram three hours before the post appeared on Knight’s page. “Lucy-Bleu Knight (December 6, 1998), beloved daughter of Meegan Hodges and Mark Knight, stepdaughter of Samantha Somers Knight and Slash, sister of Scarlet Knight, stepsister of London and Cash Hudson, passed away peacefully in Los Angeles, California, on July 19, 2024,” he wrote in the post.
The guitarist also described his stepdaughter as “an incredibly talented artist, a passionate dreamer, and a charming, lovable, sweet soul.” He requested privacy for the family as they grieved and asked that “social media speculation” about her death “be kept to a minimum”, told The Mirror.
Knight passed away at a personal residence, the New York Post reported, but no further details have been disclosed. Knight’s mother, Meegan Hodges, commented on Knight’s post, “MY BABY GIRL! 🕊️🤍I LOVE YOU WITH EVERYTHING. I’M SO SORRY.”
Despite Slash’s plea for minimal online speculation, Knight’s heartfelt post has sparked numerous comments and assumptions from the public. The message reflects deep remorse and a desire for personal growth, leaving many to ponder the circumstances surrounding her untimely death.
The sudden loss of Lucy-Bleu Knight has left her family, friends, and fans mourning and searching for answers. Her poignant final words serve as a reminder of the complexities of mental health and the importance of compassion and understanding.
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