The music world mourns the loss of Lucy-Bleu Knight, stepdaughter of legendary Guns N’ Roses guitarist Slash.
Key Takeaways
- Slash, whose real name is Saul Hudson, became her stepfather when he rekindled his relationship with Meegan Hodges in 2015.
- Lucy-Bleu Knight worked as a day-to-day manager at Electric Lady Management and held positions at Red Light Management and Elektra Music Group.
- She is survived by her parents, Meegan Hodges and Mark Knight; her stepparents, Samantha Somers Knight and Slash; her sister, Scarlet Knight; and her stepsiblings, London and Cash Hudson.
Lucy-Bleu passed away peacefully on July 19, 2024, in Los Angeles, California, at the age of 25.
Born on December 6, 1998, to Meegan Hodges and Mark Knight, Lucy-Bleu grew up in a family deeply connected to rock music.
Slash, whose real name is Saul Hudson, became her stepfather when he rekindled his relationship with Meegan Hodges in 2015.
Despite not being legally married, Slash clearly considered Lucy-Bleu as one of his own children.
Lucy-Bleu carved her own path in the music industry.
She worked as a day-to-day manager at Electric Lady Management and held positions at Red Light Management and Elektra Music Group.
Her LinkedIn profile also lists her as a freelance makeup artist, showcasing her diverse talents and interests.
Slash announced Lucy-Bleu’s passing on Instagram, describing her as “an incredibly talented artist, a passionate dreamer, and a charming, lovable, sweet soul.”
The post received an outpouring of support from fans and fellow musicians, including Red Hot Chili Peppers‘ bassist Flea.
Lucy-Bleu maintained an active presence on social media, with a significant following on both Facebook and Instagram.
Intriguingly, a post appeared on her accounts on July 22, 2024, three days after her reported passing.
The seemingly introspective and apologetic message has sparked questions about its nature and timing. Some speculate it may have been a scheduled post.
As the family grieves this devastating loss, they have requested privacy and asked that social media speculation be kept to a minimum.
Lucy-Bleu Knight leaves behind a legacy of artistic passion and a family who clearly cherished her.
She is survived by her parents, Meegan Hodges and Mark Knight; her stepparents, Samantha Somers Knight and Slash; her sister, Scarlet Knight; and her stepsiblings, London and Cash Hudson.
Lucy-Bleu Knight’s Mother, Meegan Hodges, & Biological Father Mark Knight
Lucy’s mother, Meegan, is an American Instagram star renowned for her engaging lifestyle, music, and comedy content.
She was previously married to musician and songwriter Mark Knight. Together, they had two daughters, Scarlet Knight and Lucy.
Following Lucy’s birth, Meegan and Mark separated.
Mark Knight is a notable figure in the music industry.
In 1989, he helped secure a record deal with MCA Mechanics as the principal songwriter for the band Bang Tango.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Slash is in a relationship with partner Meegan Hodges.
- Just like her sister, Scarlet Rae, she is an artist in her own right.
