Grieving Son's Question Sparks Reflection on Carrie Fisher's Tragic Passing

In a poignant Instagram post on October 21, 2025, Billie Lourd opened up about a difficult conversation she had with her young son regarding the death of his grandmother, renowned actress Carrie Fisher. Lourd revealed that her son had asked her "the other night" how Fisher had died, prompting Lourd to have an honest discussion about her mother's health.

Lourd told her son that Fisher "didn't take care of her body," without going into the full details of her struggles with drug addiction and alcoholism. Lourd then reassured her son that death is not "looming at our doorsteps the way it always was for her," indicating that her family now enjoys better health.

Carrie Fisher's sudden passing in December 2016 at the age of 60 was ultimately ruled a heart attack, with sleep apnea cited as a contributing factor. Throughout her life, Fisher had been candid about her battles with substance abuse and mental health issues. Lourd's heartfelt conversation with her son highlights the lasting impact of Fisher's untimely death and the importance of open communication, even when discussing difficult topics.