Chantal Otten has revealed her beloved mother has died after a month-long battle with cancer.
The 33-year-old sexologist took to Instagram on Monday to share the devastating news with her 192,000 followers in a heartfelt tribute.
Chantelle, who was dating Paralympian Dylan Alcott, has confirmed that her mother Veronica has sadly passed away on Friday after a personal battle with leukaemia.
He shared a gallery of precious photos of himself and his mother and wrote some emotional words in a lengthy caption.
Chantal described Veronica as a 'force of nature' and praised her for her 'unwavering strength' as she reflected on her life.
He described his mother's death as 'unexpected' and said his family were all coming together to support each other during this difficult time.
“I don't usually share my personal life here, but today is different,” his tribute began.
On Friday, October 11th, at 10:15 am, my muse, my angel, my mother, Veronica Otten, passed away in my arms surrounded by her beautiful children, wonderful husband and beautiful grandchildren.
Chantelle Otten has announced that her beloved mother, Veronica (both pictured), has died after a months-long battle with cancer.
The 33-year-old sexologist shared the devastating news with her 192,000 followers on Instagram on Monday in a heartfelt tribute (pictured with Chantal and Veronica)
'It was sudden, unexpected, and too soon for one who had so much light to give.
'My mother was a force of nature in a very gentle way. Her beauty was not only in her presence, but in the way she adorned everything and everyone around her with love, compassion and unwavering strength.
'She had a quiet elegance, a warmth that warmed everyone she met, and a wisdom that guided us all.
'To know her is to know pure, selfless and abiding love. She was a great mother to us and a safe, welcoming place for many.
'For the past few months, he's been battling leukemia and for the past four weeks, he's been battling complications in the ICU. She struggled with the quiet resilience that defined her, but ultimately, her body couldn't heal.
“She didn't want to go so soon and we are still trying to understand the depth of this loss.
But in true Otten fashion, we lean on each other and try to bring lightness to such a sad time. I am very lucky, very lucky to have the family and community that I have.
Chantal invited those who knew Veronica to join her and her family on October 23 to celebrate her life.
He confirmed his mother Veronica had tragically died on Friday after a personal battle with leukemia and shared a gallery of photos of his mother over the years.
“For those who knew her, you will understand how much her spirit and love touched us all,” he continued.
'On October 23rd we will be celebrating her life, if she brought joy to your life please contact us.
'I haven't had a chance to tell everyone close to me yet, and I hope this post helps take that weight off as I move on to the next steps of planning, surviving and rebuilding.
'Thank you to everyone who has already contacted me and to everyone who has been patient when I have not been able to respond. Please know that my family and I are incredibly grateful for your love and support.'
He ended his post by urging people to donate blood: 'I request those who can, donate blood, plasma and go to the stem cell donor registry with live blood.
These donations kept my mother alive until her final days. Keep your loved ones close.'
Her wheelchair tennis player boyfriend Dylan shared a sweet tribute to Chantelle's mother in the comments section.
He wrote: 'Queen V. is one of the most beautiful people I have ever met. You made such a big impression on everyone from the moment you met them.
'Your warm, enthusiastic personality made you light up a room – and you made sure everyone was included. I am so grateful that you came into my life. I love you and I love you Chantelle.'
Chantal described Veronica (pictured) as a 'force of nature' and praised her for her 'unwavering strength' as he reflected on her life.
Chantelle's boyfriend Dylan Alcott (pictured in November 2023) shared a sweet tribute to Chantelle's mother in the comments section: 'I'm so grateful you came into my life.'
Chantelle's famous friends and followers also took to the comments section as she was inundated with messages of support.
Shayna Blais of The Block wrote: 'I am so sorry to hear this sad news for you and your family. Sending you lots of love.'
Chantelle Ford shared: 'Chandelle, I'm so sorry. Sending you and your family so much love right now.
When sportscaster Tony Armstrong simply added: 'I love you.'
Chantal and Dylan have been dating for six years, since they met at the launch of her memoir Able in 2018.
