Jamie Foxx's sister has died.
The actor has taken to social media to share a touching tribute to his sibling, DeOndra Dixon, after she recently passed away at the age of 36.
My heart is shattered into a million pieces... my beautiful loving sister Deondra has transitioned... I say transitioned because she will always be alive... anyone who knew my sis... knew that she was a bright light... , Alongside a series of pictures of DeOndra, including several snaps of the two siblings together, Jamie wrote on Instagram: .
I can’t tell you how many times we have had parties at the house where she has got on the dance floor and stolen the show... even gave her boyfriend @chrisbrownofficial a run for his money... well I know she is in heaven now dancing with her wings on...tho my pain is unbelievable I smile when I think of all of the great memories that she left me... my family... and her friends… from dancing in the blame it video… to Dancing on the Grammys… And becoming The ambassador to @globaldownsyndrome... from sliding down my stairs with a grin as wide as the rio grand... to serenading us with all of her music... , Alongside a series of pictures of DeOndra, including several snaps of the two siblings together, Jamie wrote on Instagram: .
Deondra you have left A hole in my heart... but I will fill it with all of the memories that you gave me ... I love you with every ounce of me... our family is shattered but we will put the pieces back together with your love... and y’all please keep my family in your prayers... , Alongside a series of pictures of DeOndra, including several snaps of the two siblings together, Jamie wrote on Instagram: .
Jamie had previously spoken highly of his sister - who became the Ambassador for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation in 2011 - as he credited her with reminding him of what’s important in life
