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Michael Reagan cause of his death: What happened to Ronald Reagan's son? Details
Michael Reagan passed away at 80 on January 4. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation confirmed his death. His cause of death was not revealed.
Michael Reagan, the eldest son of former President Ronald Reagan, died on January 4 at the age of 80. His family and the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation confirmed in statements released on Tuesday.
The statement was released on X and read, “Michael Reagan lived a life shaped by conviction, purpose, and an abiding devotion to President Reagan’s ideals.”
The statement also shared a picture and said, “a steadfast guardian of his father's legacy.”
The cause of his death has not been revealed yet.
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Guardian of Reagan's influence
Michael Edward Reagan was adopted by Ronald Reagan and his first wife, actress Jane Wyman, shortly after his death.
He carved his own political path as a political commentator, author and radio talk show host. He advocated for conservative principles and actively defended and promoted his father's ideals in public discourse.
Reagan was well-known for his talk radio show, "The Michael Reagan Show," and contributed to the conservative Newsmax television network.
Michael also became the chairman and president of The Reagan Legacy Foundation. The organisation is aimed at ensuring his father's presidential legacy.
He has written two books that include On the Outside Looking In, Twice Adopted, and his latest book, Lessons My Father Taught Me.
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Family and personal life
Reagan is survived by his wife Colleen and their two children, Ashley, 41, and Cameron,46. Ashley is a principal at an elementary school, and son Cameron works in sales.
He lived in Sherman Oaks, California, and was often seen at events and ceremonies at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library.
He kept the legacy of his family alive through books, interviews and continuing domestic political commentary.
