Amanda Kloots Evokes 'Emotional' Memory Of Late Husband Ahead Of Son's 4th Birthday
By Afouda Bamidele on June 10, 2023 at 1:15 PM EDT
Amanda Kloots is returning memories of her late husband, Nick Cordero, ahead of their son Elvis Eduardo turning four.
As her little boy celebrates a new age, the renowned fitness trainer has immersed herself in a wave of emotions, evoking bittersweet memories of the late Broadway actor. The actress, raising the toddler independently since her partner's passing, continues to honor his memory, ensuring his presence is felt even on this special day.
Amanda Kloots Recalls Heartrending Memory Of Late Husband On Son's 4th Birthday
In a sweet social media post, the dancer uploaded a video that showed several moments from the tiny tot's birth to seeing his father fawning over him. The clip was set to audio of Cordero's voice speaking to an audience about his child's birth and how they, as new parents, felt a combination of fear and happiness.
In the caption, Kloots penned a note detailing how her late beau felt and his emotional attitude towards being a parent before they welcomed their baby boy. In the talk show host's words:
"On the eve of Elvis's 4th birthday, I am reminded of this beautiful recording from Nick's one man show about becoming a parent. He was beyond excited for Elvis to be born, to become a father."
The TV personality could not help but express her overwhelming emotions as she revealed how her late husband had written about his hopes for their son in his baby book, emphasizing kindness, confidence, and happiness.
The proud mother pledged to honor her promise to Cordero, ensuring that Elvis receives the world's abundance of love and support. She noted, "I cannot believe our little man turns four tomorrow. I'm not going to lie; I've been extremely emotional about it. Putting my armor on tonight. ❤️."
In conclusion, she reminded everyone of the importance of capturing memories through videos, pictures, and recordings, as they are "beautiful silver linings." The outpouring of love and support was undeniable as friends and fans who were moved by Kloots touching post flooded the comments with heartfelt messages.
Broadway star Kathrine Foster led the charge in reaching out and commenting, "Happy birthday Elvis! Rock out all day and make your Papa proud!!" Someone else thanked the 41-year-old for sharing her son with them, while another acknowledged her strength, writing, "So many emotions.. you're a rock.. happy birthday, sweet Elvis ❤."
There were heartwarming mentions of Cordero feeling immense pride for both mother and son from heaven, like this user who noted, "This is so beautiful!! Elvis is SO loved!! And his daddy loves him huge from heaven!!"
The TV star's struggle with maintaining composure about Elvis turning four had started earlier in May. In a heartfelt display of maternal love, she shared an image of herself holding her little one close, beaming down at him as he peacefully napped.
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Accompanying the precious picture was a profoundly heartfelt message, where she expressed the eternal bond between them. Overwhelmed by the imminent Birthday, she wrote, "I cannot believe he's almost four. I cannot believe what an amazing little boy he is."
Kloots added that she cherished their "bond, relationship and love," promising to "hold him, cuddle him, hug and kiss him any chance" she gets while acknowledging the privilege of being his mother.
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Nearly three years after Cordero tragically lost his life due to complications from the COVID-19 virus, Kloots reflected on that pivotal moment in March 2020 when she transported him to seek medical care.
With a heart full of emotions, she shared a picture of the proud father holding his little bundle of joy in the air, both exuding happiness. Following the snap, she penned:
"March 30, 2020, is an engrained [SIC] in my brain forever as it's my last day with my husband. There are days in my life I wish I could go back in time to, and this is one of them."
Expressing her longing to reconnect with him, the "Fit for Christmas" actress yearned to give him "the biggest kiss" and hold him in an eternal embrace. Reflecting on the unexpected loss that shattered her naivety, she acknowledged the lessons learned.
In a rallying call to her followers, the "DWTS" alum urged them to embrace life fully and love with all their hearts, ending with the statement, "Live and love to the fullest."