RHOC star Gretchen Rossi reveals her stepson Grayson died at age 22 following cancer battle

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Real Housewives of Orange County alum Gretchen Rossi announced the death of her stepson Grayson on Tuesday.The reality TV star, 44, took to Instagram to share about the 'unbearable' loss of Grayson, who passed on Sunday at age 22, following a long battle with brain cancer.In her post she shared a number of touching photos, including some of Grayson and his father - her partner - Slade Smiley, 49. 'Our rational minds told us this day might come, but our hearts always held onto the hope that this day would not come to fruition,' she began the caption.'We are beyond devastated and heartbroken over the loss off Gray.

Grayson Arroyo-Smiley was such a special human being.'  Heartbreaking: Real Housewives of Orange County alum Gretchen Rossi announced the death of her stepson Grayson Alexander on Tuesday 'Unbearable': The reality TV star, 44, took to Instagram to share about the 'unbearable' loss of Grayson, who passed on Sunday at age 22, following a long battle with brain cancer'He was an Angel on this earth and an incredible warrior…a warrior like no one has ever seen before.

He fought everyday through his pain and discomfort to find joy in the smallest of things. He was always singing & dancing & laughing despite his circumstances,' she went on.'He was a true beacon of light and hope,' the star added.'Although his life was cut short on earth he made an incredible impact on so many people.