Twelve years after the heartbreaking death of Glee star Cory Monteith, tragedy has struck his family once again. Both of Cory’s parents, Joe Monteith and Ann McGregor, have passed away within just a month of each other, leaving fans and loved ones mourning the loss of an entire family era.
Joe Monteith, Cory’s father, died on May 12, 2025, at the age of 75. A retired military man and father of two, Joe had reportedly been battling a long-term illness and passed away in New Brunswick, Canada. Though Joe and Cory had a distant relationship during the actor’s youth due to Joe’s military service and divorce from Cory’s mother, the two had reconnected a couple of years before Cory’s death. Joe had been vocal about the emotional devastation he felt after losing his son in 2013, stating that the news “ripped his insides out.”
Just weeks later, on June 18, 2025, Cory’s mother, Ann McGregor, passed away peacefully in British Columbia at the age of 74. She had reportedly been battling health issues for some time. Ann was known for her strength, compassion, and devotion to her two sons. She was particularly close to Cory and had openly shared the profound grief she endured after his death. In the years following his passing, she honored his memory by supporting addiction awareness and mental health causes.
The Monteith family’s grief first began in July 2013, when Cory was found dead in a Vancouver hotel room at age 31. The coroner later confirmed the cause of death as a toxic mix of heroin and alcohol. The tragedy shocked fans around the world, as Cory had been beloved for his role as Finn Hudson on Glee and had recently completed a stint in rehab just months before his passing.
Cory’s brother, Shaun Monteith, now faces the unimaginable pain of losing both parents in such a short span, following the earlier loss of his brother. Friends and supporters have offered condolences, remembering the Monteiths as a close-knit family shaped by love and loss.
The deaths of Joe and Ann mark a deeply emotional moment for Glee fans, who still remember Cory’s talent, charm, and vulnerability. His parents had spent over a decade grappling with their son’s tragic death, and now their own passings have closed a sorrowful chapter in the family’s history.
As tributes pour in from around the world, many are reminded of the fragility of life, the enduring power of grief, and the importance of remembering those we’ve lost. The Monteith family’s story, marked by love and tragedy, continues to resonate with fans and serve as a reminder of the human stories behind fame.
