Alan Thicke's Wife Tanya Breaks Silence on His Death

Alan Thicke‘s wife Tanya has released a statement about the actor’s death, breaking her silence following the untimely loss.

The Growing Pains actor passed away from a heart attack at the age of 69 last week.

“It is with gut wrenching sadness and unbelievable grief that I thank everyone from the bottom of my heart for the outpouring of love and support during this unimaginable time,” Tanya said in her statement.

“Through tears and smiles our dearest of family and friends came together at our home to celebrate the life of my sweet and devoted husband Alan Thicke. Yesterday, along with my step sons and our combined extended family, we laid my beloved husband, soul mate and the patriarch of our family to rest. We ask that you respect our privacy during this time of profound mourning,” she added.

Over the weekend, Alan was memorialized by friends and family, including the cast of Growing Pains and his son Robin Thicke.