Lauren Alaina, the country music singer, shared the heartbreaking news with her fans that her father, J.J. Suddeth, passed away on Tuesday night, July 23. The 29-year-old singer expressed her grief by stating, “I really don’t have the words yet.”

Just last month, on Father’s Day, Alaina honored her father with a touching Instagram post featuring photos from her wedding day. Little did she know that she would lose him so suddenly.

Lauren Alaina had a very special bond with her father, as he was not only her dad but also her best friend. In fact, she wrote a heartfelt song called “My Old Man” for the father-daughter dance at her wedding. The song beautifully captures the love and connection between them, as well as his bond with her new husband.

Unfortunately, Alaina had to cancel three upcoming shows to be with her family during this difficult time. She expressed her gratitude for the outpouring of prayers and support from fans.

This is not the first time Alaina has faced such a tragic loss. In 2018, she shared the battle her stepfather fought against cancer. The loss of both her stepfather and now her father has undoubtedly been a devastating blow for her.

Lauren Alaina has been open about her father’s struggles with alcoholism, which ultimately led to her parents’ divorce. However, despite the challenges they faced, she has always spoken about him with warmth and love. She credits her parents’ separation as a blessing in disguise, as it allowed her father to become sober and find happiness.

As Lauren Alaina navigates this difficult time, her fans and the country music community send their love and support to her and her family.