Dana Carvey’s eldest son, Dex, died Wednesday evening from a reported drug overdose, according to a statement from his parents.
He was 32. “Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose. He was 32 years old,” the Dana and Paula Carvey statement began. “Dex packed a lot into those 32 years.
He was extremely talented at so many things — music, art, film making, comedy — and pursued all of them passionately.” Dex Carvey “loved his family, his friends and his girlfriend, Kaylee.
Dex was a beautiful person. His handmade birthday cards are a treasure. We will miss him forever.” Dana, age 68, and Paula concluded their message with prayers for those “struggling with addiction.” A call went out from Dex Carvey’s house by his girlfriend around 10 PM Pacific time on Wednesday evening, authorities said.
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