TV star’s husband dies after life defending likes of Epstein, Justin Bieber and the Kennedys
He was known as 'The Professor'
Bravo star Lea Black is currently “in mourning” following the tragic loss of her husband of over 30 years. Anyone who loves Real Housewives of Miami will likely recall Lea from the show. And if not, people might know about her super-famous attorney husband, Roy Black. Roy has sadly passed away at the age of 80. He spent his life defending some controversial big names, including the likes of Jeffrey Epstein.
Roy Black has sadly died
RHOM star Lea’s husband, Roy, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2025.
The defence attorney died at his home in Coral Gables, Florida.
He and Lea were married for over 30 years, with the two tying the knot in 1994. Roy passed away at the age of 80 after an illness, per PEOPLE.
Roy spent his life working as a lawyer and represented many high-profile celebrities during his career. Some of them included Jeffrey Epstein, Justin Bieber, The Kennedys, and Kelsey Grammer, per The Economic Times.
He also made his name on TV, appearing as a legal analyst on NBC’s ‘The Today Show’ and ABC’s Good Morning America. Per The Miami Herald, Roy was nicknamed “The Professor.”
Lea Black to share details
Following Roy’s sudden death, Lea has taken to Instagram to share that a tribute and the details of his celebration of life will be coming “in a few weeks.”
She wrote in her post: “Thank you for all your blessings.”
Many Bravo stars and fellow celebrities have taken to the comments of Lea’s post to send their condolences and prayers.
Real Housewives stars such as Kelly Dodd, Lisa Hochstein, and Jacqueline Laurita shared their thoughts, as well as TV host Heather McDonald.
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