Celebrity
‘Dancing with the Stars’ Star Andy Richter Shares Devastating Family Loss
Andy Richter mourns the death of his mother Glenda Swanson, at 87, sharing a heartfelt tribute as ‘Dancing with the Stars’ cast and fans offer condolences.
Comedian and Dancing with the Stars fan favorite Andy Richter is receiving an outpouring of love and support after revealing that his mother, Glenda Swanson, has died.
The Season 34 Dancing with the Stars star shared an Instagram post about his mother on July 28. He wrote, “A little before 5AM this morning, one day shy of her 88th birthday, my mom, Glenda Swanson, passed away peacefully after spending the weekend in hospice care.
Richter explained that his mother had “suffered a catastrophic fall earlier in the week, and had a stroke early Friday morning.” He lovingly joked that his mom had always been stubborn, writing that she “hung on for four unlikely days” before passing away.
Andy Richter Says His Mother’s Final Days Were Filled With Love
After his siblings alerted him to his mother’s fall, Richter immediately boarded a flight. Although he arrived after midnight, he said his mother opened her eyes and acknowledged him.
Although she was unable to speak, Richter said he’s confident she knew he was there.
Swanson’s final days were filled with family, friends, love, and laughter. “We cried a lot, and then laughed some more. We let our mom/grandma/aunt know how much she was loved and how much she would be missed,” Richter wrote.
The Dancing with the Stars alum gushed over how wonderful his mother was and acknowledged he was glad she is now at peace.
‘Dancing With the Stars’ Cast and Fans Rallied Around Richter
The comment section of Richter’s post was flooded with love. Many of his Dancing with the Stars colleagues left words of support, as did fans from his days working with Conan O’Brien.
Elaine Hendrix wrote, “She was beautiful Andy. No doubt on the inside as well, like you. My heart is with you and your family. It’s a big life transition losing your mom. I’m sending you a big hug.”
Carrie Ann Inaba added, “Dear Andy… I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending you so much love.”
Fans also filled the comments with messages of condolences, thanking Richter for sharing such a heartfelt tribute and sending prayers to his family.
