Miss Jamaica Gabrielle Henry Speaks Out in First Public Appearance Since Shocking Fall from Miss Universe Stage

Miss Jamaica is stepping out publicly for the first time, nearly six months after her horrific fall from the Miss Universe Stage left her hospitalized

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• Henry attended a gala for the Integrity Children's Fund in Atlanta, Ga., on May 16, an organization dedicated to responding to the problem of high illiteracy rates in Jamaican teenagers who have immigrated to the Atlanta area

• "Despite the prolonged recovery I have been going through, I could not miss being present to support such a remarkable event," Henry said in her remarks

Miss Jamaica Gabrielle Henryis stepping out for her first public appearance, six months after a fall from the Miss Universe pageant stage left her hospitalized in November.On May 16, Henry attended the Integrity Children's Fund's Dinner en Rouge Gala in Atlanta, Ga., in support of the organization that offers a response to the "problem of relatively high illiteracy rate among children." The organization was initially developed to address the needs of children in Jamaica, but has since been "extended to address the challenges of literacy among immigrant children who have settled in the metro Atlanta area," its website reads.In a video shared to Instagram Stories by an attendee of the event and viewed by PEOPLE, Gabrielle Henry delivered remarks seated in a chair on stage at the gala. A man next to her held a microphone for the pageant queen as she spoke about the event's importance to her, and what it meant to be "amongst friends, family and fellow Jamaicans" for the evening."Despite the prolonged recovery I have been going through, I could not miss being present to support such a remarkable event," Henry said in the video snippet from her speech."Today we recognize and celebrate the amazing efforts of our fellow brothers — members of the Jamaican diaspora who have poured out their hearts and souls into something so meaningful and empowering," she added, before the clip cut off.

Following hershocking fall from the pageant stage at the global beauty pageant Miss Universein November 2025 — where she was hospitalized after sustaining a fracture and intracranial hemorrhage among other injuries — the pageant queen and ophthalmologist has shared sporadic updates on her recovery on social media.On March 19, Miss Jamaica pageant organizers Mark McDermoth and Karl Williams confirmed to Jamaican news outletThe GleanerthatHenry had been released from the hospitaland was recovering with help from her medical team, four months after the fall. PEOPLE also confirmed with representatives for Miss Universe Jamaica that Henry has been released from the hospital, but remained under close medical watch and care.“She has not yet returned to active Miss Universe Jamaica duties; therefore, no interviews nor official appearances are currently on her itinerary,” McDermoth and Williams told the outlet.Henry was taken away on a stretcher after taking a shocking fall from the stage while competing during the Miss Universe preliminary evening gown round in Thailand on Nov. 19. At the time, Miss Universe co-owner shared that Henry was being treated at a local hospital in Bangkok.Barely a day after her fall, Henry wasnotably absent from the pageant's official competition, and three days later, it was confirmed in an Instagram Stories post to the official Miss Universe Jamaica Organization account that Henry was still in the hospital.

A few days later, on Nov. 24, the Miss Universe Organization shared another update on Henry's health. “The Miss Universe Organization wishes to address recent speculation by providing a clear and respectful update regarding Dr. Gabrielle Henry Miss Universe Jamaica 2025,” the organization's president, Raúl Rocha, wrote in a statement shared onInstagramby the official Miss Jamaica team, adding that the Organization would maintain "strict discretion regarding specific details of her medical status."On Dec. 8, the Miss Universe Organizationreleased a press releaseon behalf of itself and the Henry family to further clarify the circumstances of her situation. "The Organization has covered all hospital, medical, and rehabilitation expenses in Thailand, as well as the accommodation and living costs for Dr. Henry's mother and sister, who have remained by her side throughout this difficult period," the statement read.Inprevious updates, the MUO, theMiss Universe Jamaica Organizationand Henry's sister disclosed that she was hospitalized in the intensive care unit for several days after the fall.

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February's update from the hospital came months after Henry last shared a messageon Dec. 19, explaining that more information would be shared at a later time. Next to photos of herself onInstagram, Henry wrote, "In a time that calls for stillness and healing, I am grateful to be in Jamaica and to feel the familiar strength of Jamaica surrounding me 💚🖤💛."

"While I continue to recover, I am inspired by the way Jamaicans rise, undeterred, after adversity. In time, more will be shared. For now, my focus remains healing, purpose, and service. Light persists. ✨️," she added later.

In a statement regarding her current condition at the time, legal representatives for Henry also told PEOPLE, "Gabrielle remains hospitalized in Jamaica. The incident has exacted a profound toll. An extraordinary woman and ophthalmology resident, she represented Jamaica and women around the world with energy, dignity, and grace. This should never have happened."

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Dad and 8-Year-Old Daughter Go Viral for 'Insane Stunts' That Impress Adult Cheerleaders (Exclusive)

Sawyer Damiani, 8, and her dad Anthony have gone viral for performing daring cheer stunts on TikTok and Instagram

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• Anthony says safety and trust are priorities before attempting any stunts with Sawyer, who started tumbling at age 4

• Their viral fame has strengthened their bond, with Anthony emphasizing the importance of overcoming fear and self-doubt

When Sawyer Damiani was just 3 years old, she would sit and watch her dad, Anthony, coach stunting. Then one day, after observing one of his lessons, Sawyer turned to him and said, “Daddy, my turn!”

From that moment on, Anthony, 38, says his daughter constantly begged to learn stunts and tumbling herself. Now, at just 8 years old, Sawyer and Anthony are going viral on social media for their jaw-dropping — and often terrifying — cheer stunts, amassing more than 350,000 followers acrossTikTokandInstagram, with many of their videos reaching millions of views.

In many of the clips, Sawyer can be seen being launched several feet into the air while performing flips, twists and one-arm stunt combinations that leave viewers both impressed and horrified in the comments.

As their videos continue spreading online, many viewers have questioned how Anthony is able to stay calm while tossing his young daughter through the air during such dangerous routines.

“Oh man, the most difficult would probably have to be either the ‘unicorn’ stunt we did a couple years ago — the back handspring double front flip stunt — or the one-arm double backflip stunt we did a month ago,” Anthony, who lives with his family in Gilbert, Ariz., tells PEOPLE exclusively.

“Both were equally difficult and definitely nerve-wracking,” he adds.

Looking back, Anthony says he first realized Sawyer had a natural talent for stunting when she successfully performed a back handspring up at just 4 years old.

“It was very surreal,” he recalls. “I couldn’t believe she did it so well on the first try. Everyone in the gym who was watching shouted in excitement seeing this little girl do such a big stunt. She was only 4 years old.”

Still, Anthony admits the stunts can be intimidating, especially because of how dangerous they can appear online. He says safety and trust are always the top priorities before they attempt any new skill together.

“We are lucky to have so many good and knowledgeable coaches in our gym that can spot us while attempting and learning these insane stunts,” he explains. “Trust-wise, I won’t throw her in a skill unless we’ve done multiple drills beforehand, as well as making sure she understands exactly what we’re doing.”

For Sawyer, she says the most important part of performing the stunts is knowing the person throwing her into the air is someone she completely trusts.

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“I like having somebody I know really well and trust to keep me safe while doing these crazy stunts,” she tells PEOPLE exclusively.

Anthony says one of the most surprising parts of going viral has been seeing how many older athletes look up to his daughter despite her age.

“She’s had a lot of times where people come up to her and are in shock and say, ‘Oh my gosh, is that Lil Miss Soy Sauce?’ ” he says.

“If we’re at a cheer event, she’ll have people come up and ask for a picture,” he adds. “But in our normal day-to-day life, she gets to just be a normal kid, play with friends and still do chores and homework.”

Beyond the viral fame and dangerous stunts, Anthony says the experience has ultimately strengthened his relationship with his daughter.

“It’s taught me to be present,” he says. “I never truly knew how much the time I spent with her mattered and how much she cherished that one-on-one time. It’s shown me how big of an impact a father can have on their child’s life.”

For Sawyer, the best part of cheering with her dad is much simpler.

“That we get to spend time together, have fun and try crazy new skills together,” she says.

As for what they hope viewers take away from their videos, Anthony says he wants people to relate to their fears and doubts — even while attempting seemingly impossible stunts.

“I hope people take away that not everything is going to be perfect all the time,” he says. “Everyone experiences self-doubt and fear. But just because we have those thoughts or fears doesn’t define you or your ability to achieve your goals and dreams.”

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Paris Hilton Debuts Shocking Brunette Hair Transformation During Gucci Fashion Show in N.Y.C.

Paris Hilton walked the Gucci Cruise 2027 runway in Times Square wearing a bold canary yellow dress and rocking brunette hair on Saturday, May 16

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• Celebrities like Cindy Crawford, Emily Ratajkowski and Tom Brady also walked the runway surrounded by Times Square billboards

• Hilton's brunette look was temporary as she returned to her signature blonde hair the next day for a DJ set in Mexico City

A nearly unrecognizableParis Hiltonwalked the runway at the Gucci fashion show in Times Square on Saturday, May 16.

The 45-year-old stepped out for the GucciCore: Gucci Cruise 2027 collection and it wasn't just the clothes that were on display. Hilton also sported thick, long brunette hair to go with her bold look.

Walking the runway at the center of Times Square, the DJ and heiress rocked a canary yellow belted dress and heeled black boots, draping a fur coat over her shoulder with one hand and carrying a cherry red purse with the other.

The mother of two kept her dark locks after switching into an all-black look to visit the Gucci Mansion that same day.

“Gucci Girl forever 👑  It was such a dream to walk the runway for @Demna's debut @Gucci Cruise collection 😍💃🏻,” Hilton captioned a series of photos on Instagram. “Demna, you are a true visionary and it was so iconic to take over Times Square with you 💖 #GucciCore #IconsOnly 💫”

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She also posted a video of herself on the unique runway to her Instagram Story, writing, “Turning Times Square into a Gucci runaway? That's hot.”

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Hilton wasn't the only celebrity walking the runway. SupermodelCindy Crawford,Emily Ratajkowski,Tom Bradyand many more all strutted their stuff on the catwalk, which was in the center of Times Square, surrounded by billboards.

The audience was also star-studded with Hilton's palsKim KardashianandLindsay Lohanin attendance.

And while many were “sliving” for Hilton's brunette ‘do, the look was just temporary. On Sunday, May 17, Hilton shared clips of herself back with her blonde hair as she traveled to Mexico City for a DJ set.

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Harry Styles debuts playful Together Together tour before US arrival

AMSTERDAM – “My name is Harry and it’s an absolute pleasure to be here.”

Harry Stylesintroduced himself to the sold-out crowd, admitting the night before this kickoff concert he had “that feeling you get like no one is coming to your birthday party.” He spent the next couple of hours showing why he is one of the most loveable pop stars currently doing things, like, oh,breaking ticket sales records(450,000 over his 10-show run in Amsterdam) and topping pop charts worldwide.

His sincerity is real, his appreciation – for his fans, his band, his crew – is frequently spoken and his music is a continuousChoose Your Own Adventuregame.

With four solo albums on his resume since the yesteryear of One Direction, Styles, 32, has more hits – and new material from his rave-a-liscious“Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally”album – to fit into a two-hour show.

There was no “Late Night Talking” or “Lights Up” or “Satellite” at Johan Cruijff ArenA May 16, with 50,000 fans – and a handful of international journalists invited to opening night – reveling in the onset of his Together, Together tour that willplay 67 showsin seven cities worldwide (30 dates at Madison Square Garden in New York starting in August is his own U.S. appearance).

But there was a spectacular “Music for a Sushi Restaurant,” a late-show throwback to his first solo hit, the beautifully woozy “Sign of the Times,” and even an appearance of the tender “Matilda” in the encore.

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Harry Styles' stage is a pop playground

Styles’ laudable core band – anchored by his longtime drummer, theindefatigable Sarah Jones, who makes tricky beats look simple – was augmented by strings and horns on several tracks, a testament to his ambitious musical aspirations.

While Styles’ electro-pop almost always satisfies, the most awe-inspiring aspect of this production is the massive stage, flanked by two oversized video screens and centered by a metallic structure that looks like an inverted ski jump. But it’s three ramps and bridges extending the length of a football field and frequently alight in a Candyland of colors, that provided Styles with his pop playground.

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The visual allure was complemented by Styles’ bringing the sometimes-monotonous songs on “KATTDO” to life, especially during a loose-limbed dance breakdown with his band surrounding him during “Ready, Steady, Go!”

Throughoutthe 21-song set, which included the introduction of a swooshy synth instrumental called “Italian Girls,” Styles embodied the togetherness that inspired the tour name.

“Be open to people – your friends, strangers, people close to you or far away,” Styles said. “People who deserve our love and respect … live and exist with your integrity and respect for one another.”

The adoring fans who crammed the floor, some sporting pink hair or dress shirts and ties in tribute to Styles’ onstage attire, looked like a sea ofWhac-a-Molesas they bounced through new songs (“Pop”) and well-worn favorites (“Watermelon Sugar”) alike.

Harry Styles is an effusive ringleader

It wasn’t difficult to get swept into Styles’ glee as ringleader as he sashayed with his ballroom-meets-Bee Gees dance moves, offered clasped hands in thanks toward the audience and, for his final victory lap, traversed every ramp during“As It Was,”arms outstretched as if bursting through the finish line of one of his marathons.

Whether dabbling with a sequencer during the drum ‘n’ bass clamoring of “Season 2 Weight Loss” – the epitome of “KATTDO”’s ethos to feel, not think – or sitting behind a keyboard as strings plucked beside him for the dreamy “Coming Up Roses” (has Styles written a better lyric than "let’s go hangover chasing"?), the charismatic singer was locked in a musical embrace with his fans.

As he reflected on the period of his life that inspired the detour into electronic music on his current release, Styles was clear.

“When I made this album, its purpose was about listening to music and experiencing music with strangers, with your friends, with people,” he said. “Thank you for being a part of it.”

It was another heartfelt statement delivered with warmth and humility from pop’s Prince Charming.

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Adam Driver Breaks His Silence on Lena Dunham’s Memoir

Adam Driver broke his silence on Lena Dunham's memoir when he was asked about it at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival

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• The actor said he had "no comment"

• The pair starred together in HBO's Girls from 2012 to 2017, and Dunham wrote about their relationship in her memoir Famesick

Adam Driverhas broken his silence onLena Dunham's memoir.

The actress, 40, wrote about her complicated relationship with her formerGirlscostar in her memoirFamesick, including claims that Driver, 42, once “hurled a chair at the wall” next to her and was at times “verbally aggressive.”

When asked about the memoir at a press conference for his latest film,Paper Tiger, during the 2026 Cannes Film Festival on Sunday, May 17, the actor said he has “no comment on any of that.”

“I'm saving it all for my book,” he added, inciting laughter from the audience, video shared byDeadlineshows.

In her memoir, Dunham opened up about facing chronic illness, makingGirls, dating and coming of age. When it came to her relationship with Driver, she wrote, "The more I knew him, the less I understood.”

While Dunham said the two have not spoken since the end of their HBO show in 2017, she remembered being “heartbroken” when she learned that Driver was engaged.

She also wrote about watching Driver navigate his way through a “very specific ride" — becoming a major movie star while also focusing onGirls.

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Speaking with PEOPLE about her memoir andher relationship with Driver, Dunham said, "He was on these two tracks, and he's a very, very serious work-focused private person. So I have a lot of empathy for that."

"And again, the goal was never to make Adam seem like he was in any way the outlier of the show, but just to talk about how complex and confusing those first experiences of trying to be a boss were," she continued.

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In reflecting on her “really rich creative dynamic" with Driver, Dunham recalled that they were able to “understand each other completely” when they were onscreen. (Driver starred inGirlsas Dunham's character's on-again, off-again boyfriend.)

But when it came to their real lives, things were different, Dunham said. "It was almost like we had two different relationships, one that kind of played out in our scenes together and one that played out in life,” she explained.

According to Dunham, her memoir was “an attempt to capture that [relationship] in an honest way, and also really talk about how much being around this very talented, charismatic, complex and powerful person affected me in ways that were really positive and in ways that were a bit harder.”

Famesickis available to purchase now, wherever books are sold.

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Inside the Love Lives of the “Young Sheldon” Cast

The Big Bang Theory prequel, Young Sheldon, ended its seven-season run in May 2024

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• Series star Iain Armitage has kept his dating life private

• Annie Potts, who played Sheldon's Meemaw, has been married to director and producer James Hayman since 1990

From the early days of Georgie and Mandy's first marriage to the complicated relationship between Meemaw and Dale, the characters ofYoung Sheldonhave found love — and so have members of the show's cast.

TheBig Bang Theoryprequel starredIain Armitageas Sheldon Cooper, chronicling his childhood in Texas. The series also featuredZoe Perry, Lance Barber,Montana Jordan,Emily OsmentandAnnie Pottsas members of the young prodigy's messy, but well-meaning, family. After seven seasons,Young Sheldonconcludedits run in May 2024.

While audiences watched Sheldon navigate school and its bullies, the actors behind the scenes were building impressive lives of their own. While Armitage has kept his dating life private,Jim Parsons— who narrated the series — first met his husband,Todd Spiewak, on a blind karaoke date in 2002.

Here’s everything to know about the real-life partners of theYoung Sheldoncast.

Iain Armitage

On-screen, Armitage’s portrayal of the socially awkward Sheldon has earned him critical acclaim. In 2024, he even received theKids' Choice Awardfor Favorite Male TV Star — Family Show for the role.

Off-screen, Armitage has maintained a relatively private personal life. Beyond acting, he's known for his passion for theater, having gained attention at a young age for hisonline theater reviewswell before he landed his starring role.

In 2024, Armitage told PEOPLE that heobtained his student pilot's licenseand would start working on his private pilot’s license when he turned 17.

The young actor hasn't publicly dated anyone.

Jim Parsons and Todd Spiewak

Parsons originated the role of Sheldon Cooper onThe Big Bang Theory, a role that earned him fourEmmy Awardsand aGolden Globe. After wrapping the hit sitcom in 2019, Parsons stayed connected to the franchise by narratingYoung Sheldon.

Behind the scenes, Parsons' real-life love story is just as noteworthy. Parsons has been with his husband, Spiewak, since 2002, after meeting on a blind karaoke date set up by friends.

After nearly 15 years together, they tied the knot in May 2017 at the Rainbow Room in New York City.

Reflecting on the moment,Parsons told Stephen Colbertin September 2017 that “​​[the wedding] was so much more meaningful in the moment for me than I predicted, and it's been resonantly much more meaningful than for me afterward than I ever saw coming.”

Spiewak,a former graphic designer, now co-runs the couple’s production company, That’s Wonderful Productions, which has helped bring shows likeYoung SheldonandSpecialto life.

Lance and Aliza Barber

Barber played the no-nonsense father of Sheldon, whose life is similarly private off-screen.

However, hisComebackcostar Lisa Kudrowrevealed in December 2019 to theChicago Tribunethat the actor is happily married. "Yeah, somebody married him!" she told the outlet. "He's got children that he's nurturing with! And he is, he's really nurturing with them."

Barber is married to Aliza Barber, who is a professional chef, according to theBattle Creek Enquirer. Together, they have two children.

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Zoe Perry and Gab Taraboulsy

Perry plays Mary Cooper, Sheldon’s deeply religious and fiercely protective mom — a character originally portrayed inThe Big Bang Theoryby her real-life mother,Laurie Metcalf. In 2022, Perry quietly tied the knot with director and producer Gab Taraboulsy.

Taraboulsy, known for his work onThe Grill IronandThe Kardashians, has largely stayed private about his relationship with the actress. Perry offered a sweet peek into their engagement during aField Team 6 Zoom eventin 2021.

While praising Taraboulsy’s knack for emotional video editing, she revealed, “That was how this guy proposed to me,” gesturing to her husband, who was sitting beside her. “It’s worth it!”

Montana Jordan and Jenna Weeks

Jordan plays Georgie Cooper onYoung SheldonandGeorgie & Mandy's First Marriage. In May 2024, Jordan and his longtime girlfriend,Jenna Weeks, welcomedtheir first child, a daughter named Emma Rae.

The actor shared thejoyful news on Instagram, writing, "God has blessed me with a beautiful babygirl. Emma Rae Jordan, Momma and Daddy love you. Forever and always.”

The couple, who began dating in high school,announced their engagementin January 2025. Jordan proposed with a romantic setup featuring rose petals and a "Marry Me?" sign, sharing photos of the moment onsocial media.

Weeks, a social media personality from Texas, often shares glimpses of their life together on her Instagram, including familyoutingsand Emma'smilestones.

In June 2025, Jordan and Weeksmarriedin a "classic cowboy"-themed wedding in Longview, Texas.

Annie Potts and James Hayman

Potts — who portraysYoung SheldonandGeorgie & Mandy's infamous Meemaw — has been married to director and producerJames Haymansince 1990 after having met on the set of the 1992 filmBreaking the Rules. Theyshare two sons: James, known as "Doc," and Harry. Potts also has an older son, Clay, from a previous marriage.

In a 2018 interview withCloser, Potts shared how she knew Hayman was the one for her.

“Right away he loved my son. I had an eight-year-old when I met him. When you fall in love with somebody who comes into your surroundings when you have a kid already, [they] have to love both of us," she said. "He was so willing to do that. We were instantly a family, had two more sons together and a very happy life."

Emily Osment

OsmentjoinedYoung Sheldonin its fifth season as Mandy McAllister, which eventually lead to a starring role in the spinoff seriesGeorgie & Mandy's First Marriage.

In June 2023, Osmentannounced her engagementto musicianJack Anthonyduring a trip to Yosemite National Park. The couplemarried in a private ceremonyon Oct. 12, 2024.

Osmentfiled for divorceon March 7, 2025, citing irreconcilable differences. Thedivorce was finalizedjust days later, with both parties waiving rights to spousal support, as per their prenuptial agreement.

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Clint Black opens up about his dad's death by suicide: 'This is how painful things can be'

Clint Black reflects on his dad's 2012 death by suicide in his upcoming memoir.

Key points

• The country star said losing his father was a "devastating blow" that revealed "just how painful life can be."

• "I miss him all the time," the musician said.

Clint Blackis remembering his late father.

The "Like the Rain" singer reflects on his dad's 2012 death by suicide in a new interview.

"We loved him very much. He was a great character. All of our friends, everybody loved him," the musician toldPEOPLE. "[People say], 'Well, he lived a long life.' Yeah, well, we got more addicted to him too. The longer they're around, the more you want them around."

Black described his father's death at 78 as a "devastating blow" that revealed "just how painful life can be."

"I hadn't been exposed to it in such a way as to realize, 'Oh wow, this is how painful things can be,'" the singer said.

Black also explained how 14 years after his father's death, he is still constantly reminded of him. "I was watchingThe Mastersand I was missing him because we'd just sit on the phone together and watchThe Masterstogether," he recalled. "And we didn't have to talk. Every now and then, 'Ooh.' Those days are gone now. So it's tough."

Blackannouncedhis dad's death in a press release in December 2012, noting how shocking the tragedy was. "Our family is devastated by this news," he said in a statement. "We are still in the beginning stages of preparations to honor our father, and at this time, we respectfully ask for privacy until we have had the opportunity to fully process what's transpired over the last 48 hours.”

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The singer chronicles his final moments with his father in his upcoming memoir,Killin' Time: My Life and Music. "I just felt like I needed to tell the end of his story, what it did to me, and it's still doing it," Black told PEOPLE of the book. "I miss him all the time."

The memoir will also be a candid reflection on his working-class background. "This is the life of a blue-collar family, coming up with a little education and really making a good go of it, persevering through just determination," he said. "I was just a scrappy little kid, trying not to drown, finding my way into the nightclubs and then the record business."

"I pushed through hurdle after hurdle, injury after injury, surgery after surgery, and all those things that happen in every life," he added, "and continued to strive for excellence."

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Killin' Time: My Life and Musicis out May 19.

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