B2K singer Raz-B (De’Mario Thornton) and his wife, Mona Li Thornton, announced the death of their infant son, Astro, who was born in May.
No cause of death was given.
Spokesman David Robinson confirmed Astro Monte Thornton’s death to USA Today in a statement on Thursday, Sept. 10.
“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Astro Monte Thornton, beloved son of Mona and De’Mario ‘Raz B’ Thornton of the R&B supergroup B2K,” the statement read. “The family asks for privacy as they navigate this difficult time. They truly appreciate your love and support.”
The couple also share a son named Versai Carter Thornton, born in October 2024.
In a May 18 Instagram post, Raz-B shared photos of his family. He captioned the post: “I always wanted to take a real family picture with my own family… and finally, God made a way. Right now we’re at the hospital getting ready to welcome our newest addition, Astro another baby boy to the Thornton family.”
Raz recently celebrated Father’s Day with the family, writing in a joint post on Instagram, “Thank you for your love, commitment and generosity for us and those you care for.”