Ashley Judd Says She Discovered Mom Naomi After Death

Naomi Judd's cause of death has been confirmed. Her daughter, Ashley Judd, reveals in an emotional pre-taped interview with Diane Sawyer on 'Good Morning America,' the country music legend died at age 76 from a self-inflicted firearm wound.

[smcd]

Ashley shared that info with such grace, can’t even begin to imagine the strength that must have taken 🥺❤️

[khalilahd.]

This is so hard to watch. I’m so sorry her and her family has to share such a terrible experience. Mental health is so important, please check in with your loved ones 😣💛

[angelahartman]

My heart breaks for this family. No daughter should ever have to see what she saw. I hope Ashley gets help for her trauma and grief. I wish they were able to keep private any of this that they didn't want to share. She is so brave to step forward to talk about this publicly. I'm so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful momma. Their is no doubt that she is in Heaven singing for Jesus now. RIP Naomi. You were such a beautiful gift to the world.

[D-MARIE]

My deepest and sincerest condolences to the Ashley, Wynonna and to Naomi's husband.

[Raven-dccw]

"She had a lot of trouble getting off the sofa" I can truly relate. Depression is not a joke. Just to get up everyday is a task. You literally have to pep talk yourself into it and then explain to yourself why you are doing it. The feeling is like a million bricks sitting on your brain and telling you "You'll never make it through the day"😔 It takes little steps at a time.

[suzannemaroney]

Thank you Ashley for being so honest, brave, and strong.😔🙏💔sending you love, hugs and prayers.

[CHYMEERAS_Sk_GaNg]

I cried hearing this. I suffer from mental illness and even though I struggle with it everyday I think about my son and he keeps me going. I pray Ashley and Wynona find healing. Sending love and prayers to them

[jleezy]

I can't think of anything more devastating than finding your mother in that condition. My God! Praying for Ashley's strength and sanity 🙏🏽 😪

[helenasmith]

I am so saddened by the news of the passing of Naomi Judd. This truly is a tragedy and my heart goes out to Wynonna and Ashley. May your Mom RIP 🙏

[vickieclark]

When Wynonna was on stage saying "I'm going to make this fast cause my heart is broken". I broke down. I remember the Judds when I was a kid. I liked their music a lot. It hurts knowing that Naomi is gone. I hurt so much for Ashley since she was the one that walked in after her mom killed herself. Nobody can understand the pain that someone is in before they commit suicide. R.I.P. Naomi. Wynonna & Ashley, my heart and prayers are with you 2.

[je]

The fact that she knew her daughter would find her dead speaks on how far gone she was mentally. This is beyond comprehension 😢 🙏🏻

[microbios]

Daughter is so strong. I'm so impressed with how she is handling this

[SquashBlossom]

My dad did the same after two strokes. I empathize and share this pain. My love is extended to the family.

[angelamitchell]

She was such a beautiful spirit. You just never know others struggles. My heat aches for her daughters. I can not fathom that heartache of losing your mom in that manner 😢

[maryloudelossantos]

Mental illness is a killer! Thank you & appreciate the transparency of Ashley Judd. Honesty, there's nothing like it. I pray for the eternal repose of her soul. May the good Lord bestow upon her family comfort & peace.

[meaganvazquetelles]

The moment I heard Ashley say: “My mother used a firearm”, my heart just fell apart. I felt and I am still feeling the woman’s and her sister’s (Wynonna) pain. May God strengthen them both in this immense painful loss of their mom.

[ruthcook]

My heart goes out to the daughters please stay close the loss of a mother is a horrible and sad thing please remember all of your happy times together

[evehudson]

Rest in Peace to Naomi and Prayers for her Daughters

[littleone]

Sending thoughts & prayers Sorry for the loss of your mother, she brought such joy to so many with her beautiful voice

[darensmith]

Having a firearm is a rather dangerous thing to have in the house of a severely depressed person! Very sad! 😭