‘Danny Go!’ star Daniel Coleman announces tragic death of 14-year-old son

Family & Parenting
23 May 2026 • 12:27 AM MYT
The Independent
The Independent

The world’s most free-thinking newspaper

‘Danny Go!’ star Daniel Coleman announces tragic death of 14-year-old son

  • Children's entertainer Daniel Coleman, known as Danny Go!, announced the death of his 14-year-old son, Isaac. He passed away on May 21, 2026, after being diagnosed with stage 3 mouth cancer.
  • “Oh my sweet boy. There’s so much I want to say, but I don’t know how yet. I already miss you so much, and the pain in my heart is far more than I can process. But looking through thousands of pictures and videos this past week, I’m also filled with tremendous pride. Your 14 years were full of so many challenges, but you met them all with such grit…and you somehow kept your trademark joy in spite of it all,” Danny said in a tribute.
  • Coleman shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram, expressing profound grief and immense pride in his son's resilience.
  • The entertainer had first disclosed Isaac's cancer diagnosis in December 2025.
  • Isaac's cancer was linked to Fanconi anemia, a rare inherited condition that increases the risk of developing certain cancers.
Newswav Malaysia Best News App

Newswav is an online content aggregator and obtains its content from different online sources. The content in the app do not belong to Newswav nor do they reflect the opinions of Newswav and its staff. Your use of this app indicates your understanding and acceptance of this information.

Newswav Sdn. Bhd. (201701008480 (1222645-M)) 2026 All Rights Reserved