Tragic Loss: Brian McKnight's Son Niko Dies After Courageous Fight with Cancer and Family Rift

Nikolas “Niko” McKnight, aged 32 and estranged from R&B vocalist Brian McKnight, has reportedly died, as announced by Brian’s brother, Claude McKnight. The precise date of Niko’s passing remains unverified. In a TikTok video dated May 29, Claude conveyed the heartbreaking update regarding Niko, who had been valiantly fighting cancer for approximately two years. Claude commended Niko’s immense talent as a musician and photographer and acknowledged the emotional struggles he endured. He noted, “He’s out of pain now,” suggesting a sense of solace amidst the tragedy.Describing the existing familial rift, Claude reflected on the unresolved hurts within the father-son dynamic. Despite Brian's public struggles, including his own recent cancer diagnosis, the family’s complexities linger. Niko’s last social media expressions revealed profound pain yet an enduring love for his father.