Los Angeles, California – Renowned guitarist Slash is mourning the loss of his stepdaughter, Lucy-Bleu Knight. In a heartfelt Instagram post on Sunday, July 21, the 58-year-old musician announced that Lucy-Bleu passed away peacefully at the age of 25 in Los Angeles on July 19. He described her as an incredibly talented artist, a passionate dreamer, and a charming, lovable soul.

The cause of Lucy-Bleu’s death was not disclosed by Slash, and his representatives declined to provide further details when contacted. In his Instagram post, Slash requested privacy for his family during this difficult time and asked for social media speculation to be kept to a minimum as they grieve.

Born on December 6, 1998, Lucy-Bleu Knight was the beloved daughter of Meegan Hodges and Mark Knight, and the stepdaughter of Samantha Somers Knight and Slash. She was the sister of Scarlet Knight and stepsister to London and Cash Hudson.

Two days after Lucy-Bleu’s passing, a post was shared on her Instagram page, featuring a selfie and a caption reflecting on her relationships with various individuals in her life. Slash, whose birth name is Saul Hudson, first dated Lucy-Bleu’s mother, Meegan Hodges, in 1989. Their relationship went through periods of separation and reconciliation before they rekindled their romance in 2015.

In the wake of his stepdaughter’s death, Slash announced the cancellation of four performances on his S.E.R.P.E.N.T tour, citing unforeseen circumstances. The tour, which is currently making stops across the U.S., had to cancel shows between July 22 and July 27. Slash had previously expressed his excitement for the tour, emphasizing his dedication to giving audiences an unforgettable experience.