Something felt off in the White household, even before the heartbreaking announcement.
The couple’s recent silence on social media had fans whispering that something wasn’t quite right — especially after weeks of joyful posts counting down to baby Della’s arrival. When Alex White finally broke the silence with a tearful message on Instagram, the truth hit like a lightning strike: their long-awaited baby girl was gone. What followed was a flood of grief and support as the couple shared their pain with the world.
What should have been a season of celebration turned into a devastating tragedy for country singer Drake White and his wife, Alex. The couple, who have long inspired fans with their perseverance and unwavering faith, are now mourning the heartbreaking loss of their infant daughter, Della Elizabeth White.
In an emotional Instagram post, Alex revealed the crushing news, writing that their baby girl entered the world at 8:52 a.m. on Sunday and passed just 20 minutes later.
“Our hearts are shattered, our souls exhausted, but we know God will give us the strength, peace, and joy to get through this dark time. We trust that Della is being held safely in the arms of Jesus until we see her again someday,” Alex shared.
Messages of love and condolences poured in instantly. Fans, friends, and fellow believers filled the comment section with prayers and words of comfort.
One supporter wrote, “Sending you all of my love. No words can describe this heartbreak. Della is so deeply cherished.” Another added, “May your faith bring you comfort knowing your sweet angel is with our Lord and Savior.”
From Struggle to Hope – The Whites’ Road to Parenthood
The couple’s path to becoming parents was anything but easy. Their journey was marked by six years of medical crises, heartbreak, and uncertainty.
Drake suffered a near-fatal stroke while performing live in 2019, and in 2020, Alex was hospitalized and diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), a rare neurological condition.
Despite everything, they refused to give up hope. Turning to in vitro fertilization (IVF) in 2022, they created seven viable embryos — a miracle they viewed as a sign of divine favor. Alex discovered she was pregnant in what she described as a perfectly timed, faith-filled moment — standing in a Costco parking lot when she got the call.
Miracle Baby and Heavenly Signs
Their prayers were answered in January 2023 with the birth of their son, William Hawk White. The name carried deep spiritual meaning — hawks had appeared throughout their fertility journey, which the couple saw as a sign from above. “Having Hawk here with us is truly life’s greatest blessing,” they told People.
Their joy grew once more with the news that another baby was on the way.
Drake posted a jubilant Instagram announcement: “Hawk’s big brother duties are about to begin! We’re thrilled to welcome a baby girl this November.” The couple celebrated their 11th wedding anniversary shortly after, with Drake posting a heartfelt tribute to Alex: “Life is better with you in it.”
A Loss No One Could Have Imagined
But on September 7, 2025, joy turned to unimaginable sorrow. Baby Della’s brief 20 minutes on earth have left the family clinging to their faith. For a couple who had endured so much — from strokes to autoimmune diagnoses to fertility struggles — this tragedy has tested their strength once again.
Conclusion
Drake and Alex White’s story is one of extraordinary resilience — and now, unimaginable grief. Their journey from near-death experiences to the miracle of parenthood inspired thousands, and their faith carried them through every trial.
Now, as they face the devastating loss of baby Della, their strength and unwavering trust in God continue to shine as a beacon for others walking through similar heartbreak.
Though this chapter of their lives is one marked by pain, the couple holds onto hope that one day, they will be reunited with their daughter.