Hector Elizondo’s son, Rodd, passed away in 2017 due to lung cancer.
Hector Elizondo, the esteemed actor known for roles in films like “Pretty Woman” and “The Princess Diaries,” faced a personal tragedy when his son Rodd Elizondo died at the age of 60. Rodd, who was also an actor, had been battling lung cancer for some time. Despite his efforts to overcome the disease, he succumbed to it on September 25, 2017.
Rodd was Hector’s son from his first marriage to Marie Rivera. Although not as widely recognized as his father, Rodd had a few acting credits to his name, including an appearance on the TV series “Baretta” in the 1970s. His death was a significant loss for Hector, who has spoken about the pain of losing a child, describing it as an incredibly difficult experience that no parent should ever have to endure. Hector’s loss resonated with many who have experienced similar grief, and he received an outpouring of support from fans and the acting community during this challenging time.
