Idol David Cook's Brother Dies Of Cancer

people.com:

After battling cancer for more than a decade, David Cook's brother, Adam, died Saturday, the American Idol winner announced Sunday morning before the Race for Hope 5K in Washington, D.C.

"I actually lost my brother yesterday to a brain tumor and I couldn't imagine being anywhere else right now," Cook, 26, told the crowd at the benefit for brain cancer research (see video above). Cook was both serving as grand marshal and running with a team that raised $97,000.

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Comments

[Harmony1812]

I'm so glad David's brother lived to see David's stardom rise.

[Harmony1812]

So sorry for your loss, David. He will always be with you and a part of who you are.

[KayDGee]

His beloved brother died and David Cook still made his way to keep folks going at the cancer fundraiser. The man is a mensch! Kindest thoughts and many prayers to David and his family.

[Harmony1812]

David, you are a very cool dude and an inspiration to many. It's always been easy to see that you are a loving person that truly cares about people.

[PallinAround]

Very sorry to hear of this loss for the Cook family. What a devoted brother David has been -- there is no greater gift than that.

[fame]

So sad. My heart goes out to his whole family.

[Glenn Manning]

Sad.

[Joye]

My deepest condolences to David's family and friends. I lost my brother many years ago.. I understand what he is going through.. My thoughts and prayers are with him, too..

[progressivelady]

how very sad for david and his family.

[wordvarc]

we easily chase wisps of power, fame, and wealth in life but really it's a 'trail of tears.'
lets be good travelers.
never exchange kindness, friends, and loved ones for such vapor.

[bridgeworker]

My heart goes out to David and all his loved ones. Your selflessness in participating in this wonderfully worthy event at this time of fresh grief is truly an inspiration.

[dengal]

condolences to David and his family.

[KareninSac]

My sympathy to him and his family.

[vjoseph]

I just lost my little brother, three weeks ago. Its a terrible feeling to lose someone you are so close to. I hope David cherishes all the good memories he has of his brother. I will send some positive vibes to him.

[goodtomeetyou]

I am sorry for your loss.

[CR46]

I am so sorry. And I do hope your memories ease your loss.



As for David Cook, he has my sympathies and also my respect for continuing with his commitment to this wonderful charity at the time of his loss.

[adamsmith3]

That's very sad to hear vjoseph. I can't imagine yet what it would feel like to lose a sibling. Best of luck to you.

[kellygrrrl]

My sincere condolences to David and his family. He was certainly a Class Act during his Idol run, and his love for his brother was deep and genuine.

[MissingAmerica]

I lost a sister 12 years ago to brain cancer, and watching this once vibrant woman reduced to nothing was so difficult to watch. I can empathize with what they are going through. David's brother put up a great battle. God speed and God bless. Our prayers and thoughts are with you, David.

[Ex-Kindergartner]

I lost my sister seven years ago, to lung cancer. She was barely fifty. You are right when you say it was terrible to watch cancer destroy someone you love. Please, everyone, don't smoke. I miss my sister evry day. Peace to David and his family and yours,too.