‘I LOST MY ROCK’ — PATRICE EVRA ANNOUNCES MOTHER’S DEATH

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By: Fasasi Hammad

Former Manchester United and France defender Patrice Evra has announced the death of his mother, Juliette, following her battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Evra shared the heartbreaking news in an emotional video posted on social media, paying tribute to his mother while singing “Avant qu’elle parte” by French hip-hop group Sexion d’Assaut.

The former defender struggled to contain his emotions as he addressed his followers and reflected on the loss of his mother.

“I lost my rock, but I’m trying to stay positive. People ask me every time if I’m always happy,” Evra said.

He urged people who still have their mothers to cherish them and express their love while they can.

“And now all the people that have still got their mum, even if death doesn’t stop the love, just tell them you love them every single day, before they leave,” he added.

Evra also accompanied the video with a heartfelt tribute celebrating his mother’s unconditional love.

“Even when the whole world is against you, she will always be your best friend. A mother’s love is forever, no matter what happens in life. Rest in peace, Maman. You will always be in my heart,” he wrote.

The 45-year-old had previously spoken publicly about his mother’s health struggles and the significant influence she had on his life.

Evra also used social media to honour Juliette by occasionally appearing in videos wearing only one shoe. He previously explained that the gesture was dedicated to his mother, who lost her left leg after being rushed to hospital in 2010.

Recalling the incident, Evra said he was with the France national team when he received the news and travelled to the hospital after getting permission from the team’s manager.

“When I arrived in the corridor, everyone was crying. I saw my brother and sister. I said, ‘Wow, this is weird,’” he recalled.

“Then I went to the room. My mum was on the bed and I kissed her. Then I sat next to her. It was only when I pulled off the blanket, that’s when I saw the left leg was missing.”

Evra said his decision to leave his left shoe off in some of his videos was his way of keeping his mother’s memory alive.

“Every time I do a video, I just dedicate it to my hero, my mum,” he said.