Ethan Browne, Son of Jackson Browne, Passes Away at 52

Tragedy of the Youngest Cover Model for 'Rolling Stone'... Father "Deeply Sad, Please Respect Our Privacy"

Ethan Browne, son of legendary American singer-songwriter Jackson Browne and active as an actor and model, has passed away at the age of 52.

According to family members and local media on the 26th (local time), Ethan Browne was found unconscious at his home in Los Angeles on November 25 and did not wake up. He was 52 years old.

Father Jackson Browne expressed his grief on his official Instagram, stating, "It is with deep sadness that I share the news of my beloved son Ethan Browne's passing," unable to hide his sorrow. He urged, "I kindly ask that you respect our family's privacy during this difficult time."

◆ Debuted on 'Rolling Stone' at 6 Months Old... A Versatile Artist

Born on November 2, 1973, in Los Angeles, Ethan Browne made his public debut at just 6 months old, cradled in his father's arms on the cover of the American pop culture magazine 'Rolling Stone'.

As an adult, he showcased his versatility across Hollywood, the fashion industry, and the music scene. He solidified his acting career with roles in the 1995 film 'Hackers' starring Angelina Jolie and the 2004 film 'Raising Helen' starring Kate Hudson, and also appeared in the TV series 'Birds of Prey'. Additionally, he was recognized for his talent as a model, walking the runway for famous designers like Isaac Mizrahi.

Recently, he had been focused on his music career. He established 'Spinside Records' and worked as a DJ and producer, releasing the album 'Right Before Your Eyes' in 2022 through the duo 'Alain Zane', formed with Cat Colbert, building his own artistic world.

◆ Pain of Losing His Mother at Age 2... Special Bond with His Father

Ethan's life was marked by great sorrow early on. His mother, model Phyllis Major, passed away from a drug overdose at the young age of 30 when Ethan was just 2 years old in 1976. Father Jackson Browne has expressed the grief of losing his wife and raising his son alone in albums like 'The Pretender'.

In a 2021 interview, Jackson Browne reflected, "I had two hopes. One was to be a great songwriter, and the other was to be a good father," recalling, "The mistakes I made as a parent still stay with me," expressing his affection and regret for his son.

The Los Angeles Coroner's Office is currently classifying the exact cause of Ethan Browne's death as "deferred" and is conducting a thorough autopsy. The entertainment industry is expressing deep condolences for the sudden farewell of the talented artist.