Heartfelt tribute

'Vanderpump Rules': Katie Maloney Mourns The Loss Of Her Beloved Father

Katie Maloney, known from 'Vanderpump Rules,' shared a heartfelt tribute to her late father Rich on Instagram. She expressed her grief and cherished memories, highlighting his supportive nature and their shared love for dad jokes. The post received an outpouring of support from friends and family.

Katie Maloney's emotional tribute
Cherished memories with her father
Family and friends show support

Katie Maloney, a familiar face from 'Vanderpump Rules,' recently faced the heartbreaking loss of her father, Rich Maloney. On January 10, she took to Instagram to announce his passing, which occurred five days earlier. In her emotional post, she described feeling like "a stranger to grief," despite its presence in her life. Sharing a touching photo of herself embracing her father, she conveyed the myriad of emotions she experienced, including numbness, peace, and profound sadness.

Cherished memories with her father

In her tribute, Maloney painted a picture of her father as "everyone's favorite," a man whose charm made everyone feel at ease. She fondly recalled their shared love for dad jokes and how he always supported her and her brothers throughout their lives. A particular memory that stood out was the scent of Irish Spring soap, which reminded her of her father and his work. This memory, she noted, has become even more precious now.

Family and friends show support

The heartfelt post resonated with many, drawing an outpouring of support in the comments section. Fellow 'Vanderpump Rules' alum Dayna Kathan and comedian Hannah Berner were among those who expressed their condolences. Katie's brother, Rocky, also shared his own tribute on Instagram, reminiscing about their father's unwavering presence at every football practice and game. He described Rich as having an "infectious personality" despite his tendency to complain.

The support extended beyond family, with friends like Janet Caperna and Daniel Wai offering their love and prayers. Rocky's tribute echoed Katie's sentiments, highlighting their father's role as a steadfast supporter and a friend with a unique sense of humor. He expressed his longing for their daily phone calls and cherished voicemails, vowing to remember his father every day.