Current:Home > ContactShanna Moakler Shares Her Dad Has Died Months After Her Mom's Death -TradeWise
Shanna Moakler Shares Her Dad Has Died Months After Her Mom's Death
View
Date:2025-04-18 09:44:24
Shanna Moakler is mourning the recent loss of her dad while still grieving the death of her mom, who passed away earlier this year.
The model announced Aug. 11 that her father, longtime Rhode Island dentist Dr. John W. Moakler III, had died. He was 85.
"It's with great sadness to share the passing of my dad, the only solace is knowing he is with my beautiful mother," Shanna, 48, wrote on her Instagram, alongside photos of herself with her father, her mom and the rest of their family. "I am so thankful I got to have as many years with my parents as I did, and to have the time I had these last weeks with him."
Shanna's mother, longtime dental hygienist Gail Moakler, died unexpectedly in January at age 77 at a Rhode Island hospital, according to her obituary. In addition to the Miss USA 1995 winner, she and John are also survived by the model's brother John W. Moakler IV and stepbrother Kirk Moakler. Gail was married to their dad for 52 years.
"My father was an amazing husband, doctor and father he was more than anyone could ask for," Shanna wrote. "I will hold tight to the incredible life both my parents provided for me and the love and strength they instilled in me. The unwavering support at times when I didn't deserve it. I love you dad and my world will never be the same without you in it. I appreciate all those who have reached out and sent messages of support. Godspeed"
Shanna included in her post a photo of herself dancing with her father at her 2004 Nightmare Before Christmas-themed wedding to Travis Barker, with whom she shares kids Landon Barker, 19, and Alabama Barker, 17, as well as eldest child Atiana de la Hoya, 24, her daughter from a previous relationship with Oscar De La Hoya and who the Blink 182 drummer helped raise. Shanna and Travis divorced in 2008.
Her family had made an appearance on a 2005 episode of the former couple's past MTV reality show Meet the Barkers, with her dad giving a heartwarming pre-wedding toast.
"I hope you can still have the love that I've had," John told them, "and I bless you."
For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News AppveryGood! (3)
Related
- Sonya Massey's father decries possible release of former deputy charged with her death
- Mother of boy found dead in suitcase in Indiana arrested in California
- 'Squid Game' actor O Yeong-Su, 79, convicted of sexual misconduct for 2017 incident: Reports
- Kaia Gerber Reveals Matching Tattoo With The Bear's Ayo Edebiri
- California DMV apologizes for license plate that some say mocks Oct. 7 attack on Israel
- Long recovery ahead for some in path of deadly tornados in central U.S.
- From 4-leaf clovers to some unexpected history, all you need to know about St. Patrick’s Day
- Horoscopes Today, March 15, 2024
- DeepSeek: Did a little known Chinese startup cause a 'Sputnik moment' for AI?
- Oprah Winfrey opens up about exiting Weight Watchers after using weight loss drug
Ranking
- DeepSeek: Did a little known Chinese startup cause a 'Sputnik moment' for AI?
- New Hampshire diner fight leads to charges against former police officer, allegations of racism
- David Viviano, a conservative Michigan Supreme Court justice, won’t seek reelection
- Texas teens need parental consent for birth control, court rules against fed regulations
- Chuck Scarborough signs off: Hoda Kotb, Al Roker tribute legendary New York anchor
- Drinking bird science class toy plays integral role in new clean energy idea, study shows
- AI expert says Princess Kate photo scandal shows our sense of shared reality being eroded
- New York City won’t offer ‘right to shelter’ to some immigrants in deal with homeless advocates
Recommendation
Paula Abdul settles lawsuit with former 'So You Think You Can Dance' co
Wayne Brady Details NSFW DMs He’s Gotten Since Coming Out as Pansexual
Ree Drummond clears up weight loss medication rumors: 'I did not take Ozempic, Wegovy'
Wayne Brady Details NSFW DMs He’s Gotten Since Coming Out as Pansexual
Can Bill Belichick turn North Carolina into a winner? At 72, he's chasing one last high
Texas teens need parental consent for birth control, court rules against fed regulations
Arizona legislation to better regulate rehab programs targeted by Medicaid scams is moving forward
McDonald's experiences tech outages worldwide, impacting some restaurants