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Drake White Announces Newborn Daughter's Death Minutes After 29-Week Birth

The couple posted a faith-centered Instagram message that drew condolences from fellow artists.

Overview

  • Drake and Alex White said their daughter, Della Elizabeth, was born on Aug. 31 at 8:52 a.m. and died at 9:12 a.m.
  • They shared that she was born at 29 weeks, weighing 3 lbs. 3.5 oz. and measuring 13.5 inches.
  • Their Instagram statement quoted Psalms 34:18 and 31:10, 14-15 as they expressed gratitude for brief moments with Della.
  • The pregnancy followed IVF after a March frozen embryo transfer, with a November due date previously announced.
  • Country artists including Lauren Alaina, Jessie James Decker, Terri Clark and Chase Rice offered condolences, and the couple, who also have a 2-year-old son, disclosed no further details.