The young daughter of Teen Mom alum David Eason’s ex has tragically died aged just seven after being rushed to hospital suffering a seizure
The daughter of a Teen Mom alum’s ex has died unexpectedly at the age of seven, her family has confirmed. In a heartbreaking statement the family of Olivia Leedham, who previously dated David Eason, have confirmed the death of Lailah after a number of trips to the emergency room.
A friend of Olivia, who shares son Kaden, 11, with the former Teen Mom star, revealed the tragic news. They said in a GoFundMe statement: “Our friend Olivia Leedham tragically lost her beautiful seven-year-old daughter, Lailah Price, yesterday.
“While in the hospital Friday night, she had a seizure and passed away early Saturday morning, June 7th. We have been friends with this family for many years. Olivia grew up in Greencastle, Pennsylvania, and attended Greencastle schools.”
The emotional GoFundMe statement continued: “Lailah was a bright light in their family and loved life and Jesus very much.” It explained they were raising funds to help Olivia “over the next few months covering living expenses, etc. as she tries to heal after this tragic loss.”
At the time of writing, the page had raised almost $17,000 of its £25,000 target.
Olivia had shared her life with her daughter online, posting updates to Instagram. Last year, she shared a sweet post as she praised the youngster.
Alongside an image of Lailah off the side of a boat, she gushed: “My little girl… she truly amazes me every day… her beautiful heart and mind… she is smart.. she has the most amazing personality and I’m so proud of her for who she is… I love you my little Lailah bug. #daughter #unconditionallove #gulf #naples #waterdays”
Among those sending messages of condolence to the family for their loss was David’s on-screen ex, Jenelle Evans. Speaking to the Daily Mail, Jenelle sent her “prayers and condolences”.
The former Teen Mom star told the publication: “I share all my condolences and my prayers out to David’s ex because I can just not imagine how she feels right now. My prayers and condolences go out to her and I just can’t imagine how she feels right now.”
David married Jenelle Evans in 2017 following his split from Olivia. However, the pair split in 2024. They share daughter Ensley, eight, who Jenelle currently has full custody of, as they duo move to finalise their divorce.
The MTV alum also shares son Jace Vaughn, 15, with ex Andrew Lewis, and 10-year-old son Kaiser Orion with ex Nathan Griffin. Jenelle previously cited David’s “erratic behaviour” for their split.
Audiences were first introduced to Esvans back in 2010 when she starred on season two of popular MTV reality series, 16 and Pregnant.
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