Days Of Our Lives Star Brandon Barash Announces Heartbreaking Family News

In 2018, "Days of Our Lives" star Brandon Barash posted a Mother's Day tribute on Instagram, saying, "I'm lucky enough that this life gave me two moms. Double the love. Double the fun." He was referencing not only his birth mother, but also his stepmother, Karen Barash. 

Sadly, Karen died on January 27, and the actor announced her passing on Instagram, writing, "Finally. You're free from your disease. Finally. The shackles of Alzheimer's constrain, restrain, rein in no more. Finally. You and dad are reunited. Infinitely, I shall love you. Fly free, sweet KB. Finally."

His "Days" co-star, Daniel Feuerriegel responded, "Much love buddy." Other co-workers past and present including Laura Wright, Kristian Alfonso, Robert Scott Wilson, and Stacy Haiduk paid tribute and offered their condolences. Many people posted words of comfort including one who stated, "I'm so sorry Brandon. They're never far away from you — they're just in a different form. Sending so much love your way." Quite a few people could relate to Karen's Alzheimer's illness, as plenty of fans have had experiences with family members that were dealing with it. One stated, "Sorry for your loss! I lost my Mom a few years ago to dementia."

Our hearts go out to Barash and his family as they recover from the loss of Karen.