Former Fox News host Eric Bolling’s only child, 19-year-old Eric Chase Bolling, was found dead Friday evening.
The cause of Eric Chase Bolling’s death has not been confirmed.
Bolling tweeted about his son’s death Saturday afternoon.
“Adrienne and I are devastated by the loss of our beloved son Eric Chase last night. Details still unclear. Thoughts, prayers appreciated.”
Fox News shared their condolences in a statement on Saturday.
“We are very saddened to hear of the passing of Eric Bolling’s son,” a Fox News spokesperson said in a statement. “Eric Chase was a wonderful young man and our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Bolling family.” {mosads}
Eric Chase Bolling was found just hours after his father was let go by Fox News amid sexual harassment allegations.
HuffPost reporter Yashar Ali broke the news of his death Saturday. Ali is being sued by Eric Bolling for $50 million for damages and injunctive relief based on defamation related to his reporting of sexual harassment allegations.
“Very sad news, Eric Bolling’s son, who was only 19, died last night. By all accounts, Eric was incredibly devoted to his son. Heartbreaking,” Ali tweeted to his 167,000 followers.