George Clooney's Sister Adelia 'Ada' Zeidler Dies at 65 from Cancer
George Clooney‘s older sister Adelia “Ada” Zeidler has sadly passed away at the age of 65.
According to People, Ada died from cancer on Friday (December 19). She died surrounded by her loved ones at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood, Ky.
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George has shared a statement with the outlet in tribute to his late sibling.
“My sister, Ada, was my hero. She faced down cancer with courage and humor. I’ve never met anyone so brave. Amal and I will miss her terribly,” he said, referencing his wife Amal Clooney.
Ada was named after her great-grandmother and her obituary states that she was a “talented artist” and “member of the August Art Guild.”
“In addition to her parents, she leaves behind her beloved children, Nick Zeidler and Allison Zeidler Herolaga and her husband, Kenny; her brother, George Clooney and his wife, Amal; and several uncles, aunts, and cousins,” it reads.
A funeral will be held on December 22.
Our condolences to Ada‘s family. RIP.