David Feherty, a former professional golfer and famed commentator, has announced that his son passed away from a drug overdose.
On Tuesday morning, Feherty took to Twitter to share the heartbreaking news that his oldest son, Shey, died on Saturday.
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“My first born son is gone from me, dying from an overdose on his 29th birthday. Bless his sweet heart, I will fight on,” he wrote.
My first born son is gone from me, dying from an overdose on his 29th birthday. Bless his sweet heart, I will fight on.
— David Feherty (@Fehertwit) August 1, 2017
The Golf Channel also shared a statement in response to Feherty’s loss.
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“Our deepest condolences go out to David Feherty and his family on the passing of his oldest son, Shey. Family means everything to David, and his Golf Channel, NBC Sports and extended television family send their love and support at this difficult time.”
Our deepest condolences go out to the Feherty family. pic.twitter.com/UtLn9WaXui
— Golf Channel (@GolfChannel) August 1, 2017
Fans and celebrities alike have been reaching out to Feherty on social media to express their condolences.
“Oh, David. Gutted. No words. Thinking of you and love you, man,” actor Don Cheadle wrote.
Oh, David. Gutted. No words. Thinking of you and love you, man. 🙏🏿
— Don Cheadle (@DonCheadle) August 1, 2017
“My friend, I am so sorry to [hear] the news of your son. My [heart] is hurting for you and your family. May the love of Christ comfort U all,” former football player Emmitt Smith wrote.
My friend, I’m so sorry to here the news of your son. My ❤️ is hurting for you and your family. May the love of Christ comfort U all.
— Emmitt Smith (@EmmittSmith22) August 1, 2017
In 2014, Feherty admitted that he once had addiction problems of his own. During an interview with the Hollywood Reporter, he said he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was an alcoholic who took pills daily.
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