Leah Remini Shares Heartfelt Tribute To Late Father, George

Leah Remini Mourns Her Estranged Father's Death

It's been an emotional journey for Leah Remini, who recently discovered that her estranged father, George, had passed away over a month ago. The beloved star of "The King of Queens" shared the devastating news on social media on September 22. What makes this even more heartbreaking is that she had no idea about his passing until weeks later. Leah used the opportunity to highlight her father's ties to the Church of Scientology, an organization she's been vocal about criticizing.

In a heartfelt Instagram post, the 49-year-old actress revealed the painful details. "None of us were aware that he had been unwell leading up to his death," she wrote, her words heavy with emotion. "A funeral was held, and none of us knew anything about it. We didn’t get to say our goodbyes. He didn’t have the chance to redeem himself, to seek forgiveness for the mistakes he made, or to become the man we always hoped he could be for those who couldn’t help but love him."

Learning the Devastating News

Leah shared that she didn't just miss out on knowing about her father's illness; she also found out about his death through an unexpected source. "I got a message from my sister Nicole, who had been contacted by a stranger offering condolences for our father's passing," Leah explained. This revelation highlights the estranged relationship between Leah and her father, leaving her with many unanswered questions and unresolved emotions.

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Accompanying her lengthy caption, Leah posted a series of nostalgic photos with George from her childhood. These snapshots show a time when her family seemed happier, smiling together with their arms around each other. It’s a stark contrast to the complicated relationship they shared later in life.

Reflecting on a Difficult Past

Leah, the author of "Troublemaker: Surviving Hollywood and Scientology," acknowledged the challenging nature of her relationship with George. Still, she emphasized her unwavering love for him. "For those who've read my book, you'll understand that my dad and I had a tough relationship, but I always forgave him with a daughter's endless love and hope," she wrote. Despite the difficulties, she held onto the hope that one day, they could reconcile.

She went on to express her longing for closure. "I hoped that he would acknowledge who he was and what he did to us as his children," she reflected. While she did receive an apology from her father in the past, it wasn't enough to erase the pain of their fractured relationship. "Regardless of his neglect and abuse, I had hoped to one day have some kind of closure," Leah admitted.

The Role of Scientology in Their Relationship

Leah, who left Scientology in 2013 and has been outspoken about its practices, blamed the organization for influencing her father's actions. "I'm angry that Scientology dictated the final chapter of our relationship," she confessed. "They used my dad as a pawn against me, likely stripping away any remaining humanity he might have had