The whole world was recently hit by a shock after Ryan O’Neal, who made everyone fall in love with his unique acting skills passed away aged 82. While this whole world was mourning the loss of one of the most talented stars, the former wife of John McEnroe and the daughter of the famous star, Tatum O’Neal joined the crew as she shared a heartfelt message.

In a recent revelation, she found solace amidst the tough times where she reflected on how well things were between the two and how she feels knowing that bow he is no more with them.

John McEnroe’s ex-wife shares a heartfelt message after her father and famous actor passed away

In a recent revelation, Tatum O’Neal, who is the ex-wife of tennis icon John McEnroe came ahead and shared her deep sorrow following the passing of her father, Ryan O’Neal. With heartfelt emotions, she expressed the significance her father held in her life while reflecting on the mutual love they shared.

In an interview with People, she suggested that her father meant everything to her. “He meant the world to me,” she revealed, which suggested the bond that defined their relationship.

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“I feel great sorrow with my father’s passing,” Tatum said in an interview. “He meant the world to me. I loved him very much and know he loved me too. I’ll miss him forever and I feel very lucky that we ended on such good terms.”

Tatum’s words are full of love and loss as she remembers the special bond they shared. Even though it hurts to say goodbye, she finds comfort in the happy memories and in knowing they left things on good terms. Her goodbye to her father is filled with love and speaks of the strong connection they had.

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However, it would be a feeling of joy for her who managed to celebrate some of the best moments of her father’s life. Interestingly, both she and Patrick O’Neal were present on the final birthday of the legendary actor as the family shared some quality time together.

Ryan O’Neal celebrated his last birthday with Tatum and Patrick

Recently, Ryan O’Neal celebrated his 82nd birthday and it wasn’t unlike any other. this year it was special as it had the presence of his children in it. Both Patrick and Tatum managed to make their way around and celebrate the birthday of their father. The children then later went ahead to share the photos of the birthday celebrations while sharing a special message with their father.

However, it might come as a surprise that things were not always the same between Rayn and his kids. It is suggested that the famous actor did not have good terms initially with them but things later changed. Thus, the recent passing away of their father came as sad news for Tatum O’Neal, the former wife of tennis icon John McEnroe.

However, despite having tense relations at the start, the two managed to make things work and end it in a good way.

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