Sinéad O’Connor‘s cause of death remains a mystery which has since deepened after fans dug up her final tweet, posted last week, where she opened up about the heartbreak she experienced over the tragic suicide of her son Shane in January 2022.
Questions linger around Sinéad O’Connor cause of death
In her last Twitter post, O’Connor responded to a tweet by the Inspirational Quotes account, which innocently asked followers to express how their life was going using emojis.
However, her response bore the marks of profound sorrow as she shared a photo of her smiling and hugging Shane, captioned by 10 crying faces along with the hashtag, “lostmy17yrOldSonToSuicidein2022.”
“Been living as undead night creature since. He was the love of my life, the lamp of my soul. We were one soul in two halves. He was the only person who ever loved me unconditionally. I am lost in the bardo without him,” she wrote underneath the now-deleted post.
The Devastating Loss of Shane
Shane, O’Connor’s 17-year-old son, tragically died in January 2022. His passing devastated the musician, and she openly shared her pain and love for him in her social media posts.
Shane had previously attempted suicide and had been hospitalised for it, but he sadly passed away, leaving behind a void that O’Connor struggled to cope with.
Through her tweet, O’Connor provided a glimpse into her mental and emotional state after Shane’s death.
Her poignant words about being lost in the “bardo” without him reveal the depth of her grief and the struggle to find meaning and peace after such a devastating loss.
Family yet to release formal statement with details about O’Connor’s death
On Wednesday, O’Connor’s family confirmed her passing in a statement to RTÉ, expressing their devastation and requesting privacy during this difficult time.
O’Connor’s life journey was marked by struggles and challenges, with concerns raised about her mental health in the past.
She had previously shared cryptic posts and was even reported missing at one point. However, she consistently denied attempting suicide and expressed that she was happy despite her difficulties.
Sinéad O’Connor leaves behind a lasting legacy as a Grammy-winning artist known for her powerful voice and emotional depth in her music. Her songs, including the iconic Nothing Compares 2 U, touched the hearts of millions worldwide.
O’Connor is survived by her three children: Jake, 36, Roisin, 27, and Yeshua, 16.
In South Africa, there are many resourceful organisations that are ready to assist you and your loved one in dealing with suicidal triggers. The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) is the country’s largest mental health advocacy group, and their 24-hour hotline is free to use if you or a loved one needs help. You can reach them on 0800 456 789 (24 hours a day), SMS 31393, or visit their website for more info and help.