#Socialites, Let’s Take a Moment to Send Love and Prayers to Dwight Howard As He Just Revealed His Beloved Dog Has Died
#Socialites, let’s take a moment to send love and prayers to Dwight Howard as he just revealed his beloved dog Sunday has tragically passed away. The former NBA star took to Instagram to share the heartbreaking news that his Belgian Malinois was killed in a hit-and-run accident while he was away in New York. And y’all — the pain in his post is gut-wrenching.
In a lengthy, emotional message, Dwight described Sunday as more than just a pet. She was his “peace,” his “protector,” and his “Sunday sunshine” — a source of comfort through life’s storms. Howard explained that he had been enjoying his time in NYC when he received the devastating call that Sunday had gotten loose and was struck by a car. The driver? They kept going without a trace. No apology. No stopping. No remorse.
“I’m devastated because you were the dog that never left my side,” he wrote. “The one time you wander off without me being there, someone takes you away from me.”
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He went on to describe how deeply Sunday impacted his life, writing, “You waited at the door for me every single day, just to wrap your paws around me… You were joy. You were warmth. You were my girl. And your life was cut short too soon.”
Howard’s heartbreak is especially heavy as he expressed feeling helpless and desperate for answers. “I need answers and I won’t stop searching until I find out what happened to my beautiful Sunday,” he said, ending the post with: “Rest in love, Sunday. You’ll always be my baby. I’ll carry your heart with mine forever.”
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Howard’s message quickly sparked an outpouring of love from fans, fellow athletes, and celebs across social media. Many shared condolences and encouraged him to continue seeking justice for Sunday.
Howard is now asking the public to share any info that could help identify the driver involved.
“Who could be so heartless to do this to such an innocent girl with no remorse.” Rest in love, Sunday. You’ll always be my baby.
I’ll carry your heart with mine forever.”
