Music icon and multiple Grammy Award winner Carly Simon is mourning a heartbreaking death that has rocked her to the core. She broke the heartbreaking news via an emotional tribute, but who passed and how is she coping? Keep reading for all of the details on the tragic loss.
Carly Simon Mourns Heartbreaking Death
Music fans know Carly Simon for her brilliant music career that has spanned decades. She is known for her number one hit songs, such as “You’re So Vain,” “No Secrets,” and “Nobody Does It Better.” Furthermore, she has been nominated for fourteen Grammys, ultimately winning two. As for her personal life, Carly Simon had love affairs with James Taylor, with whom she was married for eleven years, and had two children. She then married James Hart in 1987, but that ended in 2007. Fans have long loved her music, vocals, and the power in her lyrics.
Now, Carly is using her voice to express her devastation over a heartbreaking death. John Forté was only fifty years old when he passed away. He was also Carly Simon’s godson as well as her son, Ben Taylor’s “closest friend.” It seems that John, who was on the verge of turning 51, was found deceased on January 12th, 2026. This happened in his home in Massachusetts, and aside from being her godson, John was also a musician. So, they connected on many levels, and she took the time to pay tribute to him. Carly did note that he had some personal struggles, but it did not take away from her love for him.
It made Carly Simon feel incredible to see how many people knew and loved him. She always knew how special John was, but this only reiterated the beauty he brought into the world. The New York, New York-born Carly is cherishing the time that she had with John Forté, and her fans and followers were along for the journey.
Sending Love & Light
Carly Simon shared a beautiful tribute to her late godson, and her fans and followers could not help but chime in. They let her know how much they appreciated her kind words and felt horrible for what had happened:
- This was beautifully said. So sorry for your loss. What a strong and ethereal spirit he had. Sending love
- So sorry for this great loss Carly! Holding you all in my heart and prayers! ❤️
- My heart is with you and Ben and John’s family as you navigate this immeasurable loss. How lucky I was to have John in my life for the short time I did. He was the sweetest, most soulful poet.
Hopefully, Carly Simon can feel the love and be wrapped in it throughout this heartbreaking time. Were you a Carly fan, and what did you think of her kind words toward her godson? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Amanda has been a professional freelance writer for over a decade, holding both a BA and an MA. Her passions include animals, iced coffee, gnomes, summer, music, and ‘Vanderpump Rules’.
