Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of the 35th U.S. president, passed away this week after a November revelation of a uncommon leukemia diagnosis.
The Kennedy Library Shares News of the Passing
Her passing was shared in a online announcement from the presidential library.
“Our beloved Tatiana passed away this morning. She will forever remain in our hearts.”
Understanding the Diagnosis
As detailed in a personal essay this past fall, Schlossberg revealed that she had been found to have acute myeloid leukemia with a specific genetic mutation.
Acute myeloid leukemia is a cancer that targets the body's blood-forming tissues.
Those close to her is seeking space as they mourn this profound loss.