Demi Lovato Mourns Loss Of Friend Who Died From Addiction

Demi Lovato is speaking out following the loss of a dear friend of hers, Thomas, who passed away from addiction.

“Devastated. Please hold your loved ones tight. Tell them they are special and that you love them. Make sure they know it,” the 27-year-old musician shared on her Instagram Stories on Wednesday night (October 9), along with a photo of him. “RIP to my boo @sirtruss.”

In a second Story, Demi added, “Addiction is NO joke.. heaven gained a beautiful angel last night because of that terrible disease. I’m crushed and will always miss you @sirtruss. If you or someone you know is struggling please know it’s okay to ask for help.”

Demi is a survivor of an overdose, which happened in the summer of 2018.