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‘Modern Family’ Star Rico Rodriguez Reveals His Father Has Died
Our thoughts are with Modern Family star Rico Rodriguez after learning that his father, Roy Rodriguez, has died.
Rico — who plays Manny on the beloved family series — shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram that Roy passed away on March 12.
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"This has been the toughest week of my life. My Dad was the most kind-hearted, loving, hard-working, determined, and funny man I have ever known. He was like a super hero. He had the ability to get the best out of you day in and day out. I'm gonna miss your hugs. I'm gonna miss your advice. I'm gonna miss your smile, and I'm gonna miss your laugh. I know you're looking down at us right now giving us the green light to move forward. I miss you, Daddy. I'll love you forever — your youngest," he wrote alongside a photo of the father-son duo.
TMZ reports Rico's father was 52 at the time of his death — and is also survived by his wife, Diane, and Rico's two brothers, Ray and Roy, Jr., and his sister, Raini.
Raini also shared an emotional tribute to their late father over the weekend on her Instagram account.
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"You have officially been gone one week, daddy — and while it has been really difficult, we are all still standing tall and I know it's because you are sending us strength and guidance all the way from heaven. My daddy was the greatest man in my life. His work ethic and sense of humor were two of his greatest characteristics, both of which he shared with me. He has taught me so many life lessons and inspired me constantly to follow my dreams. I know you will continue to shine down on me, momma, Rico, Ray, Poppi, and baby — and we will be ok! I promise to make you proud daddy. I will love and miss you forever. — Your one and only baby girl," she wrote.
May he rest in peace.
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