Riley Keough Opens Up About Her Mother’s Passing
Riley Keough, the daughter of the late Lisa Marie Presley, recently shared her thoughts on her mother’s tragic passing in January 2023. The actress revealed that she believes her mother “died of a broken heart,” linking her death to the suicide of her son, Benjamin Keough, three years prior. Keough expressed how her mother tried her best to stay strong for her and her younger sisters after Benjamin’s death, but the pain was evident. She described her mother’s physical cause of death as the aftereffects of surgery, but emphasized that they all knew it was ultimately a broken heart that led to her passing.
The Impact of Benjamin Keough’s Death
Benjamin Keough’s death in July 2020 had a profound impact on the Presley family. Lisa Marie Presley had previously written about how she would never be able to “get over” the loss of her son, a sentiment that was echoed by Riley Keough. The actress shared that both tragedies, her brother’s suicide and her mother’s passing, were incredibly difficult to write about as she helped finish her late parent’s memoir, “From Here to the Great Unknown.” Keough acknowledged the challenges of addressing her mother’s descent into addiction and the pain of losing two family members, but she hoped that the vulnerability in the book would help readers find human connection and solace.
A Message of Hope and Resilience
Despite the immense grief and loss that Riley Keough has experienced, she has remained resilient and open about her journey through grief. In a candid interview with Vanity Fair, she spoke about the courage it took to face the pain and not let it consume her. Keough emphasized the choice she had to either succumb to the tragedy or work through it with courage, ultimately choosing the latter path. She has been vocal about her struggles and hopes to inspire others to find strength in the face of adversity.
Riley Keough’s Instagram tributes to her late family members serve as a reminder of the love and loss she has endured. Through her openness and vulnerability, she aims to connect with others who may be experiencing similar challenges. As she continues to navigate her own grief journey, Keough remains a beacon of hope and resilience for those who may be struggling with their own heartbreak and loss.
