Photo: Shaquil Barrett Instagram
Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebackerShaquil Barrett’s family is breaking their silence after thedeath of his 2-year-old daughter Arrayah.
On Wednesday, Jordanna shared amessage on Instagramabout the tragic news, thanking everyone who has reached out to the family during this unimaginable time.
“Thank you all for all the messages, flowers, thoughts and prayers. Our world will never be the same,” the bereaved mother wrote.
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Jordanna also linked toArrayah’s obituary, which remembers the toddler as having a “sparkle in her eyes that drew your attention. Her endearing nature was so kind and magnetic.”
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After news of Arrayah’s death was made public, the Buccaneers released anofficial statementon Twitter.
“Today’s tragic news is heartbreaking for all the members of the Buccaneers family. Our thoughts and prayers are with Shaq, Jordanna and the entire Barrett family during this unimaginably difficult time,” the statement read. “While no words can provide true comfort at a time such as this, we offer our support and love as they begin to process this very profound loss of their beloved Arrayah.”
Retired Buccaneers quarterbackTom Bradyalso expressed his condolences, posting a photo of a smiling Barrett in his No. 58 jersey sitting on a couch with his family, who also sported the team’s attire, on his Instagram Story.
“The Brady’s love you,” the seven-time Super Bowl Champ wrote over the image, adding prayer emojis.
Before her death, Arrayah had just celebrated her second birthday on April 19. Her dad shared a tribute on Instagram at the time of the toddler wearing a pink tutu.
source: people.com
