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Kerry Kennedy Shares Heartbreaking Loss of Dog Following Mother’s Death
Kerry Kennedy, the daughter of Ethel Kennedy, recently opened up about a tragic incident that occurred shortly after her mother’s passing. In a heartfelt post, she recounted the violent attack that resulted in the death of her beloved dog, Bellini.
On October 10, just hours after her mother passed away due to complications from a stroke, Kerry and her daughter, Michaela Kennedy-Cuomo, took Bellini for a walk in Hyannis Port, Massachusetts. During this somber time, a neighborhood dog unexpectedly charged at them and attacked Bellini, leading to the dog’s untimely death. Kerry described the incident as “terrifying and violent beyond words,” leaving her grappling with the shock of such simultaneous losses.
In her post shared on X, Kerry expressed her thoughts on the incident, suggesting that perhaps her mother was guiding Bellini towards a peaceful journey after death. “The only sense I could make of it is that my mom wanted a companion for her journey,” she wrote.
Kerry noted the profound sadness she felt but also expressed gratitude towards the neighborhood dog’s owner. The owner, who was devastated by the attack, reached out to Kerry to share his sorrow over the loss of both his dog and Bellini. “He called me yesterday to say he has sent his beloved dog away, and we both cried on the phone together, having lost our pets,” Kerry recalled in her post.
This tragedy has forced Kerry to reflect deeply on her emotions surrounding such loss. She conveyed feelings of heartbreak but also acknowledged the kindness shown by her neighbor. “I feel sad, but I also know I am blessed,” she shared, highlighting the importance of compassion in moments of grief and loss.
Adding to the resonance of these losses, Michaela Kennedy-Cuomo shared a tribute on October 16, commemorating both her grandmother and Bellini. She referenced the “welcome home party strobe lights” visible on October 10, drawing a parallel to the northern lights that were seen across the U.S. that night. “Wishing the winds hadn’t returned Grandma and Bellini to Heaven on 10/10, but grateful and lucky for the lives they lead,” she wrote, encapsulating a mix of sorrow and appreciation for their legacy.
The Kennedy family continues to navigate this difficult period, marked by both grief over their losses and gratitude for the love and memories shared with both Ethel and Bellini.
This story highlights the profound impact that losing a loved one, even a pet, can have on a family, and the importance of community and compassion in the face of tragedy.
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