Tatiana Schlossberg, Environmental Journalist, Dies at 35

Environmental journalist Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of former U.S. President John F. Kennedy, has passed away at the age of 35. Schlossberg’s family announced her death on social media on November 2025, confirming the loss of a prominent voice in environmental journalism. The statement, shared by the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation, expressed deep sorrow, stating, “Our beautiful Tatiana passed away this morning. She will always be in our hearts.” Details regarding the cause of death and location were not disclosed.

Schlossberg had been battling acute myeloid leukemia, a type of cancer, since her diagnosis in May 2024. It was during a routine check-up following the birth of her second child that doctors discovered an elevated white blood cell count, which led to the leukemia diagnosis featuring a rare mutation typically found in older patients. In a poignant essay titled “A Battle With My Blood,” published in The New Yorker, she detailed her challenging journey through multiple chemotherapy sessions, two stem cell transplants, and participation in clinical trials.

Personal Reflections and Family Impact

In her essay, Schlossberg reflected on the emotional toll of her illness, expressing fears that her children would not remember her. She conveyed a sense of loss, lamenting that she would not be able to continue living the life she cherished with her husband, George Moran. Despite her family’s efforts to shield her from their pain, she felt the weight of their struggles each day. “Now I have added a new tragedy to her life, to our family’s life, and there’s nothing I can do to stop it,” she wrote, highlighting her desire to protect her family from further grief.

Schlossberg also voiced her concerns regarding healthcare policies influenced by her relatives, particularly criticizing the actions of her mother’s cousin, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who serves as the U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary. In her essay, she pointed out that significant funding cuts for mRNA vaccine research, which could benefit cancer patients, had been implemented during his tenure. “As I spent more and more of my life under the care of doctors, nurses, and researchers striving to improve the lives of others, I watched as Bobby cut nearly a half billion dollars for research into mRNA vaccines,” she wrote.

A Legacy of Environmental Advocacy

Throughout her career, Schlossberg made significant contributions to environmental journalism. She served as a reporter for The New York Times, focusing on climate change and its global implications. Her 2019 book, Inconspicuous Consumption: The Environmental Impact You Don’t Know You Have, received the Rachel Carson Environment Book Award from the Society of Environmental Journalists in 2020, further establishing her reputation as a leading voice in the field.

Schlossberg’s death marks a profound loss for her family and the broader community of environmental advocates. Her insightful writing and advocacy work will continue to resonate, reminding us of the importance of addressing climate issues and supporting those affected by serious health challenges. She leaves behind her husband, George, and two young children, as well as a legacy of compassion and commitment to environmental causes.