Michael Reagan, the eldest son of former U.S. President Ronald Reagan and a conservative commentator, died on Jan. 4 at the age of 80.
The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute announced his passing in a post on the social media website X, calling him “a steadfast guardian of his father’s legacy.”
“Michael Reagan lived a life shaped by conviction, purpose, and an abiding devotion to President Reagan’s ideals,” the foundation said.
The cause of death was not immediately revealed.
According to family statements, Reagan passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loved ones.
“Michael was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 4th, surrounded by his entire family,” his wife, Colleen Reagan, and two children, Cameron Reagan and Ashley Reagan Dunster, wrote in a statement. “Our hearts are deeply broken as we grieve the loss of a man who meant so much to all who knew and loved him.”...