Brian McKnight Addresses Son Niko’s Cancer Death, Criticizes Brother’s TikTok Announcement

Brian McKnight has publicly addressed the death of his estranged son, Niko McKnight, who passed away from colon cancer at age 32. Despite earlier reports claiming Brian made no effort to reconnect or support Niko before his passing, Brian refuted these claims, stating that he and his family offered Niko top medical care and support, which he and his mother declined. Brian criticized his ex-wife Julie McKnight and his brother Claude for publicly announcing Niko’s death on social media, calling the announcement tasteless and accusing them of turning the tragedy into a spectacle. Niko’s brother, Brian McKnight Jr., shared an emotional tribute expressing his disbelief and grief, highlighting the complicated family dynamics and unresolved issues within the McKnight family. Julie McKnight confirmed Niko’s passing and emphasized the love and support he received from family members other than Brian. The family’s history of estrangement and public disputes has been well-documented, with Brian previously making controversial remarks about his older children, exacerbating tensions.