Lucy Hale Announces Dad's Sudden Death in Emotional Tribute
Pretty Little Liars alum Lucy Hale is mourning an unexpected loss following the death of her father, Preston Hale . “I can’t believe I’m writing this, but my sweet daddy suddenly passed away on Friday,” Lucy, 37, wrote via Instagram on Monday, July 20, sharing a carousel of family photos. She continued, “My dad was mind-numbingly funny, sensitive, and deeply kind. He adored his family, my step sisters, all his grandbabies, his dogs (and mine), his lifelong friends, and my stepmom, Stacy — the love of his life. He was so proud of his career in farming and of his hometown in Milan, Tennessee. A true Southern man with a genuine soul and a love for fishing, hunting, golfing, and farming. I will miss buying him bass pro shop gift cards.” Lucy recalled how her father “unconditionally loved me and my sister,” adding, “He never judged. Our relationship took on many forms over the years, and through it all was a deep soul bond. Our last conversation was beautiful....