Slash breaks his silence after his stepdaughter Lucy-Bleu Knight’s death aged 25 – as rocker says ‘my heart is permanently fractured’

Slash broke his silence following the tragic death of his stepdaughter Lucy-Bleu Knight at the age of 25 earlier this month.

The 58-year-old Guns N’ Roses legend announced the death of his beloved stepdaughter in a heartbreaking Instagram statement last week. Her cause of death is currently unknown.

This past weekend, Slash shared a poignant selfie of Lucy-Bleu and described his grief over losing her.

He wrote: ‘My heart is permanently broken. I will never miss you again and remember what a beacon of happiness, laughter, creativity and beauty you have always been. And still are.

‘The brightest light in the lives of so many who loved you so much. I find comfort in the hope that you are now at peace. I will love you forever.

The Guns N’ Roses legend, 58, announced the death of his beloved stepdaughter in a heartbreaking Instagram statement last week. Her cause of death is currently unknown

According to Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office records obtained by In contact weekly Knight died on July 19 at a private residence.

The autopsy has been completed and the body is ready for release, but the cause of death has been postponed pending additional testing. An investigator has been assigned to the case.

Slash has canceled four dates of his solo SERPENT Tour in mourning his devastating loss.

His message read: ‘Lucy-Bleu Knight (December 6, 1998), beloved daughter of Meegan Hodges and Mark Knight, stepdaughter of Samantha Somers Knight and Slash, sister of Scarlet Knight, stepsister of London and Cash Hudson, passed away peacefully in Los Angeles, CA on July 19, 2024.

‘Lucy Bleu was an incredibly talented artist, a passionate dreamer and a charming, endearing, sweet soul.

“The family asks for privacy at this time and requests that speculation on social media be kept to a minimum as the family grieves and processes this devastating loss.”

Slash first dated Lucy’s mother Meegan Hodges in 1989, but renewed their relationship years later in 2015. Meegan had her late daughter Lucy with Mark Knight.

Meegan also shared the same statement on her Instagram, writing, “I love you”

Over the weekend, Slash shared a poignant selfie of Lucy-Bleu and described his grief over the loss of her

According to Los Angeles coroner records obtained by In Touch Weekly, Knight died on July 19 at a private residence

Slash shared the heartbreaking news in a statement on Instagram last week that his “talented” stepdaughter has passed away

Lucy had 35,000 followers on Instagram and reportedly worked for Electric Lady Management, the recording studio’s talent division.

Three hours after Slash made the announcement, a selfie of Lucy with a caption was shared on her Instagram.

It read: ‘Whether I made you feel left out, or I manipulated/controlled you, or I told you to quit your job because I was being financially supported by my parents, or I drowned real problems in toxic positivity – I’m sorry.

“Countless missed opportunities and connections due to a disgustingly large ego, insecure heart and fear of being vulnerable. May my soul learn to evolve from my bad job as Lucy-Bleu. Peace.”

MailOnline contacted Slash’s representatives for comment at the time.

Hours before the tragic announcement, Slash canceled a number of tour dates due to “unforeseen circumstances.”

The message read: ‘Due to unforeseen circumstances, the SERPENT tour unfortunately has to cancel the following shows. Refunds are available at points of sale.

The autopsy is complete and the body is ready for release, but the cause of death has been postponed pending additional testing. An investigator has been assigned to the case (Lucy pictured with a friend in June 2021)

Lucy had 35,000 followers on Instagram and reportedly worked at Electric Lady Management, the recording studio’s talent division

Slash first dated Lucy’s mother Meegan Hodges in 1989, before rekindling their relationship years later in 2015. Meegan shared her late daughter Lucy with Mark Knight

Three hours after Slash made the announcement, a selfie of Lucy was shared on her Instagram with a caption

Just hours before the tragic announcement, Slash canceled several tour dates due to “unforeseen circumstances”

‘The SERPENT tour will resume in Toronto on July 28, 2024 at Budweiser Stage. We love our fans and apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.’

Slash’s well-known friends offered their condolences, with Dave Grohl’s daughter Violet writing, “My heart cries for you guys. Lots of love to your family right now.”

Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea wrote: ‘Oh man, god bless you.’

Susan, the wife of Slash’s Guns N’ Roses bandmate Duff McKagan, said: “Words cannot express our deepest sympathy and condolences. I love you all so much.”