Gone Too Soon: Robert F. Kennedy's Granddaughter Passed Away Aged 22

The Kennedy family is devastated as they mourn the loss of a beloved member. Late Senator Robert F. Kennedy’s granddaughter died aged 22.

Sad news

Saoirse Kennedy Hill, a granddaughter of the late Senator Robert F. Kennedy, passed away on Thursday. The young lady was just 22 years old.

😪💔🥀Heartbroken to hear that Saoirse Kennedy Hill took her life by overdose. Prayers & thoughts with the Kennedy families during this time. May she RIP!https://t.co/9dgxN9813F pic.twitter.com/npgmPNtGji

— TRUE FASHIONISTA NOW (@tfnow) August 2, 2019

Saoirse was found lifeless at the family’s home in Massachusetts. The cause of her sudden demise hasn’t been revealed yet, though the reports claim Saoirse died of a suspected overdose.

The Kennedy family announced the tragic news via a statement:

Our hearts are shattered by the loss of our beloved Saoirse.

The statement ends with an emotional tribute to the late girl:

We will love her and miss her forever.

#BREAKING Statement of the Robert F. Kennedy Family on Saoirse Kennedy Hill pic.twitter.com/R8bglKqINH

— Michael Yoshida (@Michael7News) August 2, 2019

Saoirse was the daughter of Robert and Ethel Kennedy’s fifth child, Courtney, and Paul Hill. Her family remembers the late girl as a kind-hearted and generous person. Saoirse worked as a volunteer for multiple social and charitable organizations. She was a devoted supporter of human rights and women’s empowerment.

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Fans express their condolences

Incredibly sad. I hope that her soul has found the peace she wanted.

— Phunky Fresh (@FreshPhunky) August 2, 2019

How much has The Kennedy’s endured. This is sad. My heart breaks for you all. Kennedys has always been such a light for our country and beyond.
Saoirse, Rest In Peace. I know how the world can be so cruel, & you just want to escape. You are now in eternal peace.
Love to all 💗

— Paxton💞 (@PaxtonParis) August 2, 2019

My heart is heavy today. Bless this family 🙏 rip beautiful lady 😇❤

— Samantha Jane Louise (@SJLMiles) August 2, 2019

R.I.P 🙏

— PatG (@captcapt85) August 2, 2019

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— I'm a Proud member of #TheSquad🇺🇸 (@SassyNeveragain) August 2, 2019

It’s so sad that Saoirse Kennedy Hill left this world so early. We hope she’ll find her peace in heaven.

Our deepest condolences to the Kennedy family!