Shortly after giving birth to her baby girl last week, Anna Nicole Smith’s twenty year old son, Daniel Smith, passed away.

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A statement has been posted on Anna’s official website, annanicole.com: “On September 7th, Anna Nicole gave birth to a healthy, 6lb 9oz baby girl. Her son Daniel was in the Bahamas with her to share in the joy of his baby sister when he passed away suddenly on the morning of September 10. We have yet to learn the cause of death but do not believe that drugs or alcohol were a factor. Anna Nicole is absolutely devastated by the loss of her son. He was her pride and joy and an amazing human being. Please do not make any press inquiries at this time so that Anna Nicole can grieve in peace.”