Ryan O'Neal hoped to 'be reunited with Farrah Fawcett' before death as he 'never stopped loving her'
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: On December 8, Ryan O'Neal, aged 82, succumbed to a 20-year battle with leukemia, leaving behind a legacy of love and a poignant desire for reunion with his late ex-partner, Farrah Fawcett.
Despite the challenges and heartaches, sources close to the actor reveal that O'Neal faced his imminent death with a sense of anticipation, hoping to be united with Fawcett in the afterlife.
Ryan O'Neal's Passing: A bittersweet reunion with Farrah Fawcett in afterlife
"Ryan knew he was dying, but his one ray of hope was that he would be reunited with Farrah," an insider spilled to a news outlet of the Oliver's Story actor's late ex-partner Farrah Fawcett.
"He never stopped loving or missing her," the source added. "She was on his mind a lot at the end. His last words were of her.
"I’ll finally get to see you, Farrah," were reportedly O'Neal's last words, highlighting the enduring love he held for Fawcett. The couple, who shared a tumultuous 20-year relationship, faced estrangement in the '90s due to O'Neal's infidelity. However, a later reconciliation saw O'Neal by Fawcett's side as she battled cancer, ultimately passing away in 2009.
"Farrah was undoubtedly Ryan’s greatest love," shared an insider. In O'Neal's final moments, he expressed regrets about the time lost during their separation, emphasizing their reunion during the last chapter of Fawcett's life. Despite the challenges, O'Neal continued to carry a profound grief for any hardships he caused Fawcett throughout their relationship.
Ryan O'Neal's grief and legacy
In a 2015 interview, a friend revealed O'Neal's deep emotional connection, stating, "Ryan can't get over her. He's obsessed. He talks to her portrait. He asks her permission before he does anything. It's like she's running his life from beyond the grave." The enduring impact of their love story resonates even in O'Neal's passing.
O'Neal's son, Patrick, confirmed the news of his father's demise on Instagram, describing Ryan as a generous man whose absence creates a significant void for loved ones. "Ryan made such an impact, and this will be difficult without him. This is and will be a huge void in our lives," Patrick expressed. Despite the grief, Patrick pledged to share his father's legacy, emphasizing that Ryan O'Neal lived a remarkable life.
