R.I.P.
Cameron Diaz's Father Dies From Pneumonia

Posted Apr 15th 2008 6:38PM by TMZ Staff

Emilio and Cameron DiazUPDATE: Cameron issued the following statement: "My mom, sister and I are deeply appreciative of the overwhelming outpouring of love and support during this difficult time for us and all of our family. My dad was loved by so many people and his humor and spirit will always live on in our hearts."

TMZ has learned that Cameron Diaz's father died suddenly early this morning.

We're told the 58-year-old Emilio Diaz, a popular resident of Seal Beach, Calif., recently developed the flu which then turned into pneumonia. We hear his death was "shocking" as Emilio was in "terrific health." Diaz is currently filming her upcoming flick "My Sister's Keeper." A source on the set tells us production on the film was shut down today.

Emilio was a second generation Cuban-American who worked as a foreman for an oil company. He had a bit part in his daughter's film "There's Something About Mary" as "Jailbird."

A rep for Cameron did not return our request for comment.

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31. Agreed. Thank you for handling this news with some dignity. She must be in shock. How terribly sad for her to lose her Dad at such a young age. I've had this happen with my own relatives. They think they've got a cold or flu they can't quite shake, then...gone. Pneumonia is still an insidious thing. Prayers and comfort to Ms. Diaz and her family.

Posted at 7:17PM on Apr 15th 2008 by Sympathy For Your Family's Loss

32. I agree with every one-------so sorry for the whole family--makes you want to cry

Posted at 7:17PM on Apr 15th 2008 by barbarab

33. Pneumonia is a game ender.

Posted at 7:22PM on Apr 15th 2008 by FlBiker

34. Isn't That ROBBIE KNEVEL?????

Posted at 7:22PM on Apr 15th 2008 by Retart

35. So very sorry, Cameron. My thoughts are with you.

Posted at 7:25PM on Apr 15th 2008 by linda evangalista

36. now i see why she's so ugly and un-talented

Posted at 7:26PM on Apr 15th 2008 by who cares! really!

37. Cameron, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May your faith help to bring you peace!

Posted at 7:27PM on Apr 15th 2008 by Dallas

38. That really sucks to hear, I feel like she has had kinda a rough way to go, I will keep her and her family in my thoughts.

Posted at 7:28PM on Apr 15th 2008 by bdog1120

39. #41 - Go somewhere else!

Posted at 7:29PM on Apr 15th 2008 by Dallas

40. I have had the pleasure on many occasions to hang out and play pool with Emilio. He was such a kind, calm mellow man with a love for his daughter and was loved by all in Seal Beach. He will be sorely missed!!!

Posted at 7:31PM on Apr 15th 2008 by BB

41. Iam so sorry for you. God bless You. Love Kimberlee.

Posted at 7:31PM on Apr 15th 2008 by Matt

42. Wow, he was handsome! I can see why Cameron is so beautiful. Sending you and your family thoughts of love at this sad time, Cameron. Love from Chicken Stripper.

Posted at 7:31PM on Apr 15th 2008 by chicken stripper

43. Another senseless respitory failure due to AIDS.

Posted at 7:32PM on Apr 15th 2008 by hairy_yambag

44. I am very sorry for her. She has so much positive energy in this life. She is a blessing to us. God bless her and her family.

Posted at 7:32PM on Apr 15th 2008 by Linda

45. nothing worse than when it isn't expected, how sad.

Posted at 7:34PM on Apr 15th 2008 by just saying

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