Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of John F Kennedy, dies aged 35

December 31, 2025

Tatiana Schlossberg, a 35-year-old climate journalist and granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy, has passed away after battling acute myeloid leukemia. She publicly shared her diagnosis in November through a deeply personal essay, revealing she had been given less than a year to live after being diagnosed in May 2024, shortly after giving birth to her second child.

Who is affected

Tatiana Schlossberg's husband, George Moran
Her two children: three-year-old son Edwin and one-year-old daughter Josephine
Her mother, Caroline Kennedy (diplomat)
Her father, Edwin Schlossberg (designer)
Her younger brother, Jack Schlossberg
Extended family members including Maria Shriver
The Kennedy family
The journalism and climate advocacy communities

What action is being taken

No explicit ongoing actions are stated in the article. The article describes completed events (her death, past treatments, and published tributes).

Why it matters

This is significant because it represents another tragedy for the historically prominent Kennedy family, which has experienced multiple devastating losses. Schlossberg's death is particularly poignant given her young age and young children who will grow up without their mother. Her work as a climate journalist was influential in educating the public about environmental issues, and her loss removes an important voice from climate advocacy. Her candid writing about her terminal diagnosis and family legacy resonated widely, offering insight into facing mortality while trying to protect loved ones from additional grief.

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article

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