Anthony Ciccone death updates — Heartbreaking full family statement as Madonna’s brother dies after ‘addiction battle’
MADONNA'S oldest brother, Anthony Ciccone, has died at age 66 after his battle with addiction and homelessness.
His death was confirmed by Musician Joe Henry, the husband of Madonna's sister Melanie Ciccone in an Instagram post.
"My brother-in-law, Anthony Gerard Ciccone, exited this earthly plane last evening. I’ve known him since I was 15, in the spring of our lives in Michigan so many years now gone."
"As brother Dave Henry (who took this photograph) notes here, Anthony was a complex character; and god knows: we tangled in moments, as true brothers can," .
"But I loved him, and understood him better than I was sometimes willing to let on."
Anthony's cause of death is unclear at this time.
Read our Anthony Ciccone blog below for the latest updates...
Mourning fan just met Anthony
One of the commenters on Joe Henry's Instagram claimed that they met Anthony just days ago.
The comment says: "My deepest sympathies to the Ciccone family."
"I just had the pleasure of meeting Anthony 10 days ago. May he truly rest in peace"
Madonna's net worth revealed
Madonna's net worth is estimated to be about $850million, according to .
She became prominent in the 1980s, and is known for pushing boundaries with her music.
Old friends continue to reflect on Anthony's life
Comments are continuing to flood , which announced Anthony Ciccone's death.
One commentator who was close friends with Madonna's brother wrote: "I'm saddened to hear this. We were close friends back in the 90s. He worked for me, doing Music Videos."
Another old friend said: "So very sorry for your loss. I'm glad I got to meet Anthony in Rochester in the early 90's when he visited. Sending love and prayers to everyone."
More on Madonna's split from Ahlamalik Williams
The insider exclusively disclosed: "Things have been on and off with Ahlamalik for a while.
"There’s a lot of love but for now, they have decided to separate.
"They are still on good terms and there are no hard feelings but they are at different places with their lives."
The source added: "They spent months together on tour and in lockdown, but now he has moved out of her home.
"With them both working on other things, it was hard to keep their romance alight."
Madonna's dating life
Sometime in 2018, Madonna started dating American dancer Ahlamalik Williams.
In April 2022, the two hit splitsville after months of not being publicly seen together.
A source shared details about the split to The Sun: "Madonna has thrown herself into a busy social life and has been seeing her friends and family after the split.
"She has a packed schedule, working on her upcoming biopic, new music, and looking after her family."
'He simply doesn't know me'
Anthony went on to accuse his father of not caring about him: "My father would be very happy if I died of hypothermia and then he would not have to worry about it anymore.
He said that his father "doesn’t want to be bothered, he’s lived his life you see. He doesn’t like me."
He added: "He doesn’t want me to be me, he wants me to be somebody else. He thinks the way I live is intentional. He simply doesn’t know me."
However, Anthony reconnected with his family after going to a rehab shelter for homeless addicts called Dann's House in Traverse City, Michigan.
'She lives in her own world'
In 2013, Anthony accused Madonna and his father, Silvio Ciccone, of not caring about him.
"Madonna doesn’t give a s**t if I’m dead or alive," he told the at the time. "She lives in her own world."
"I never loved her in the first place, she never loved me. We never loved each other," he claimed.
Madonna's siblings revealed
Madonna has seven siblings: Anthony, Martin, Paula, Christopher, Melanie, Jennifer, and Mario.
Madonna has often expressed having a close relationship with her sisters.
Her sisters have been often seen supporting her at many of Madonna's concerts and events.
The musicians have also been featured in her music videos and fashion line.
Madonna paid for Anthony's rehab
Anthony previously spoke out about his rocky relationship with his sister.
However, Madonna had numerously paid for Anthony's rehab programs.
Madonna has yet to comment on her relationship with Anthony or his death.
'We never loved each other'
Anthony went on to speak to the on his relationship with Madonna, stating:
"I never loved her in the first place, she never loved me."
"We never loved each other."
'I'm an embarrassment'
As per a conversation with the , Anthony said of his siblings:
"I’m a zero in their eyes – a non-person."
"I’m an embarrassment."
"If I froze to death, my family probably wouldn’t know or care about it for six months."
Anthony had a rocky relationship with siblings
Madonna and Anthony were two of eight children in the Ciccone household.
The two weren't close with one another throughout the years.
Anthony often expressed that his relationship with his siblings was rocky.
Anthony's struggles
Anthony struggled with alcoholism and was homeless for several years.
In December 2017, Anthony completed a rehabilitation program.
He later reconciled with his family in Michigan.
'He had a soft heart and a deep soul'
Anthony's former friend :
"To finish, he was incredibly cerebral, loved literature, philosophy, and poetry."
"I threw him a surprise birthday party once, and he was so touched."
"He had a soft heart and a deep soul. RIP dear friend."
Friend pays tribute
In the comments of , one of Anthony's friends wrote about her heartfelt memories.
"I was friends and lovers with Anthony in 1987," she wrote.
"He was indeed complex. He was doing well then. He was a talented woodworker."
Fans mourn Anthony
In the comments of Joe Henry's post, fans are mourning the loss of Anthony.
One wrote: "Wishing him a lighter brighter life in Heaven."
Another fan said: "Condolences to you and the Ciccone family. May he rest in peace with Madonna Sr."
Anthony was 66 years old
Born in 1956, Anthony Ciccone was one of Madonna's numerous siblings.
His brother-in-law, Joe Henry, shared the news that Anthony passed away via Instagram on Saturday night.
He was 66 years old at the time of his death.
'I understood him'
Joe Henry continued in his tribute:
"But I loved him, and understood him better than I was sometimes willing to let on."
Henry said that "trouble fades" while "family remains - with hands reached across the table.
"Farewell, then, brother Anthony. I want to think the god your blessed mother (and mine) believed in has her there, waiting to receive you.
"At least for today, no one shall dissuade me from this vision."
Joe Henry confirms news
"My brother-in-law, Anthony Gerard Ciccone, exited this earthly plane last evening," Musician Joe Henry said on Saturday.
"I’ve known him since I was 15, in the spring of our lives in Michigan so many years now gone."
"As brother Dave Henry (who took this photograph) notes here, Anthony was a complex character; and god knows: we tangled in moments, as true brothers can," Henry said.
Cause of death not clear
Anthony's cause of death is unclear at this time.
He struggled with alcoholism for several years and during that time he reportedly lived on the streets of Michigan, residing under a bridge at one point.
Madonna's oldest brother dies
Madonna's oldest brother Anthony Ciccone has died at age 66 after battling alcoholism and homelessness.
His death was confirmed by Musician Joe Henry, the husband of Madonna's sister Melanie Ciccone in an Instagram post featuring a black and white photo of Anthony.