Nationwide — R&B singer Brian McKnight is dealing with backlash once more after the dying of his estranged son, Niko McKnight, who handed away at age 32 following a two-year battle with most cancers. Members of the family say Brian made no effort to contact Niko throughout his sickness or ultimate days.
Niko died surrounded by his mom, Julie McKnight, his brother Brian Jr., his spouse Carla, and different relations. Brian McKnight was noticeably absent. Julie confirmed Niko’s passing on Instagram.
In April 2024, Brian mentioned he and his spouse, Leilani Mendoza, had organized medical and monetary help for Niko. He claimed Julie requested them to step again, and so they revered her needs. Julie later denied that model of occasions stating, “He’s a liar.”
Based on WBLS, Brian’s relationship together with his older kids has been strained for years. In 2019, he publicly known as them “entitled” and “merchandise of sin.” In 2023, he legally modified his title to match his new child son’s, additional distancing himself from his older youngsters.
Niko as soon as carried out with Brian within the group MCKNIGHT, however later spoke out about their strained relationship. He claimed Brian pressured him to do humiliating duties as a teen and as soon as known as him “evil.”
Regardless of every part, Niko mentioned he needed to make peace earlier than he died. He shared that he solely needed to listen to his father say “I really like you.” However Brian reportedly mentioned he couldn’t say it until he really meant it.
