Raz B and his wife Mona Li broke the news of Astro’s passing in September.
The heartbreaking news was first shared in a statement provided to People on Sept. 11 through the couple’s publicist, David Robinson. The statement confirmed that the B2K singer, whose real name is De’Mario Monte Thornton, and his wife had lost their son, Astro Monte.
“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 said. “The family asks for privacy as they navigate this difficult time and appreciates your love and support in advance.”
Mona revealed that she was 9 months pregnant in April.
In addition to Astro, the couple share another son, Versai Carter, whom they welcomed in October 2024. Mona is also a mother to an older daughter from a previous relationship.
Earlier this year, Mona shared the exciting news that she was nine months pregnant in an Instagram post shared April 27. Alongside several photos with her husband, she celebrated Raz B wrapping up his Boys 4 Life Tour, reflecting on his accomplishment and the family’s growing future.
“Watching my husband complete the Boys 4 Life Tour has been one of my greatest honors. I know what this meant for you & I’m so proud of you! Being able to witness your greatness night after night from the audience but also as your wife means more to me than words can say,” she wrote in part. “Thank you for letting me share this journey with you babe,” she continued. “9 months pregnant and outside w my man ha. I know you didn’t just do this for yourself, you did it for your family, for your future, and for the legacy you’re building.”
The devastating loss comes as Raz B and his B2K bandmates enter a new chapter in their music careers. The group released their latest album, Eclipse, on Nov. 6 through BPC Music Group, followed by the release of the music video for their lead single, “COSIGN,” on Nov. 12.
We are keeping Raz B, Mona and their entire family in our thoughts and prayers as they navigate this heartbreaking loss.
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