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Family of former ‘Ellen’ producer who died at 52 shares more details about his death
By Leila Ahmed
Asking Eric: I live the horror story of alcoholic parents dying while still estranged from me
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.
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Dear Eric: I am an adult child of two emotionally abusive, actively drinking alcoholic parents. After an episode on their part, we were estranged for 12 years on my initiation.
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