Jack Schlossberg Pays Tribute to His Late Sister Tatiana After Her Death at 35

Jack Schlossberg has paid a heartfelt tribute to his sister, Tatiana Schlossberg, following her death after a battle with leukemia. She was 35 years old.

The news was confirmed in a family statement shared via the JFK Library Foundation’s official Instagram account. The statement was issued by Tatiana’s loved ones, including her husband George Moran, their two children, her mother Caroline Kennedy, father Ed Schlossberg, brother Jack, sister Rose, and sister-in-law Rory.

“Our beautiful Tatiana passed away this morning. She will always be in our hearts,” the family wrote.

No public details regarding funeral or memorial services have been announced at this time.

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A Public Final Essay and a Private Family Battle

Tatiana Schlossberg, an environmental journalist and author, publicly revealed her terminal diagnosis in November in a deeply personal essay titled “A Battle with My Blood,” published in The New Yorker. The essay coincided with the anniversary of her grandfather President John F. Kennedy’s assassination and offered a rare, intimate look into her illness and family life.

In the piece, Tatiana described the unwavering support she received from her parents and siblings throughout her treatment, writing that they were present in hospital rooms almost daily over the past year and a half. She reflected on the emotional toll her illness took on her family, particularly her mother, and expressed both gratitude and sorrow for the burden they shared.

Her writing was widely praised for its honesty, clarity, and emotional depth.

Advocacy, Health Policy, and Personal Experience

In the essay, Tatiana also addressed broader issues surrounding healthcare and cancer treatment, drawing from her own experiences as a patient. She highlighted concerns about funding for leukemia and bone marrow research and reflected on the impact of national health policies on women’s healthcare and cancer patients.

Her commentary added a powerful personal dimension to ongoing public conversations about medical access, research funding, and reproductive health, further cementing her voice as both a journalist and advocate.

 

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Family, Legacy, and Public Reflection

Tatiana Schlossberg was part of the Kennedy family’s next generation and built a career focused on environmental issues, climate change, and responsible stewardship of the planet. Beyond her professional work, she was widely remembered for her intellect, compassion, and commitment to truth.

Her passing came just weeks after her brother Jack Schlossberg announced plans to run for Congress in New York. At the time, he shared her essay publicly, underscoring its significance with the message: “Life is short — let it rip.”

Remembering Tatiana Schlossberg

Tatiana Schlossberg leaves behind a legacy defined by courage, intellect, and empathy. Through her writing, advocacy, and final public reflections, she offered insight into both the fragility and resilience of life. Her family’s tribute reflects the deep love and loss felt by those closest to her, as well as the lasting impact of her voice.