Sudden & Sad: Cameron Diaz's Father Dies From Pneumonia - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Janice · 04-15-2008, 11:26 PM

TMZ has learned that Cameron Diaz's father died suddenly early this morning.

We're told the 58-year-old Emilio Diaz, a popular resident of Seal Beach, Calif., recently developed the flu which then turned into pneumonia. We hear his death was "shocking" as Emilio was in "terrific health." Diaz is currently filming her upcoming flick "My Sister's Keeper." A source on the set tells us production on the film was shut down today.

Emilio was a second generation Cuban-American who worked as a foreman for an oil company. He had a bit part in his daughter's film "There's Something About Mary" as "Jailbird."

A rep for Cameron did not return our request for comment.

Mr. Television · 04-15-2008, 11:54 PM

That's so sad and so sudden.

PlayOn · 04-16-2008, 12:46 AM

ilovethe80s · 04-16-2008, 01:51 PM

that's sad bless her and her family

*ClassicPinUp* · 04-16-2008, 02:35 PM

I just heard about this. I am so sad for Cameron and her family. Her father was much to young. I can't even begin to imagine the pain and shock she must be going through.

RIP
And prayers for her and her family.

Brian Damage · 04-16-2008, 09:20 PM

Wow, that is truly terrible news. He died so young, what a tragedy.

Janice · 04-23-2008, 07:49 PM

http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20194766,00.html?xid=rss-topheadlines

Cameron Diaz's Family Pays Tribute to Her Father

Cameron Diaz with father, Emilio and mother, Billie

Cameron Diaz's family remembered her father Emilio for his humor and honesty, and said they're coping with his April 15 death with the help of "an amazing outpouring of love."

"His love for laughter was undeniable and he embraced life head-on in such a dynamic way that he was impossible to forget," the family said in an exclusive statement to PEOPLE.

Emilio Diaz, 58, died from post-influenza MRSA pneumonia, an aggressive staph infection that can occur in all ages and in otherwise healthy people, the family said.

The Cuban-American Emilio, who is survived by wife Billie and their daughters Cameron, 35, and Chimene, 37, was a "playful abuelo" – Spanish for grandpa – who was "incredibly loyal and dependable" and always ready to "standup up for those who were less fortunate."

"As a family, it is almost impossible to put into words how amazing Emilio was," they said. "The one thing that was a certainty with Emilio was that you always knew where you stood with him. He was so honest and always spoke his mind."

He also "loved to share his love through laughter," the family said.

"The thing that was most important to him was his family," they said. "And he often said that his greatest accomplishment was raising two people that were better human beings than he was. He was devoted to each family member equally and was proud of the accomplishments they all made."

The Diaz family, they said, is dealing with their loss "through support and love from family and friends and the amazing outpouring of love and admiration from those people whose lives Emilio touched."

dawsongirl · 04-23-2008, 10:32 PM

That's a nice family picture. It's nice when big stars still get along well with their family.

I bet Cameron and her family is devastated.

Janice · 04-25-2008, 10:34 PM

I read in today's paper that Cameron Diaz has been hospitalized due to the stress of this. I guess she's unable to promote the movie she just finished.

04-15-2008, 11:26 PM	#1
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	Sudden & Sad: Cameron Diaz's Father Dies From Pneumonia TMZ has learned that Cameron Diaz's father died suddenly early this morning. We're told the 58-year-old Emilio Diaz, a popular resident of Seal Beach, Calif., recently developed the flu which then turned into pneumonia. We hear his death was "shocking" as Emilio was in "terrific health." Diaz is currently filming her upcoming flick "My Sister's Keeper." A source on the set tells us production on the film was shut down today. Emilio was a second generation Cuban-American who worked as a foreman for an oil company. He had a bit part in his daughter's film "There's Something About Mary" as "Jailbird." A rep for Cameron did not return our request for comment. Attached Images

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ClassicPinUp ***** Senior Member** Join Date: Oct 28, 2006 Posts: 2,246	I just heard about this. I am so sad for Cameron and her family. Her father was much to young. I can't even begin to imagine the pain and shock she must be going through. RIP And prayers for her and her family.
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Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	Wow, that is truly terrible news. He died so young, what a tragedy.
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ilovethe80s Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Dec 28, 2002 Location: MA Posts: 6,970	that's sad bless her and her family

04-23-2008, 07:49 PM	#7
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20194766,00.html?xid=rss-topheadlines Cameron Diaz's Family Pays Tribute to Her Father Cameron Diaz with father, Emilio and mother, Billie Cameron Diaz's family remembered her father Emilio for his humor and honesty, and said they're coping with his April 15 death with the help of "an amazing outpouring of love." "His love for laughter was undeniable and he embraced life head-on in such a dynamic way that he was impossible to forget," the family said in an exclusive statement to PEOPLE. Emilio Diaz, 58, died from post-influenza MRSA pneumonia, an aggressive staph infection that can occur in all ages and in otherwise healthy people, the family said. The Cuban-American Emilio, who is survived by wife Billie and their daughters Cameron, 35, and Chimene, 37, was a "playful abuelo" – Spanish for grandpa – who was "incredibly loyal and dependable" and always ready to "standup up for those who were less fortunate." "As a family, it is almost impossible to put into words how amazing Emilio was," they said. "The one thing that was a certainty with Emilio was that you always knew where you stood with him. He was so honest and always spoke his mind." He also "loved to share his love through laughter," the family said. "The thing that was most important to him was his family," they said. "And he often said that his greatest accomplishment was raising two people that were better human beings than he was. He was devoted to each family member equally and was proud of the accomplishments they all made." The Diaz family, they said, is dealing with their loss "through support and love from family and friends and the amazing outpouring of love and admiration from those people whose lives Emilio touched."

04-23-2008, 10:32 PM	#8
dawsongirl Member Forum Icon Join Date: Jan 04, 2001 Posts: 53,134	That's a nice family picture. It's nice when big stars still get along well with their family. I bet Cameron and her family is devastated.

04-25-2008, 10:34 PM	#9
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	I read in today's paper that Cameron Diaz has been hospitalized due to the stress of this. I guess she's unable to promote the movie she just finished.