Tatiana Schlossberg, Environmental Reporter and JFK’s Granddaughter, Dies at 35

MY1STAMERICA — Tatiana Schlossberg, an environmental journalist and author known for her reporting on climate change and environmental accountability—and the granddaughter of former U.S. President John F. Kennedy—has died, according to a statement released by her family. She was 35.

The family did not disclose the cause of death but described Schlossberg as a deeply committed journalist whose work focused on the long-term consequences of environmental degradation, corporate pollution, and climate denial. Her passing has prompted an outpouring of tributes from journalists, environmental advocates, and public figures who praised her integrity, intellect, and sense of purpose.

Schlossberg worked as a reporter for The New York Times, where she covered climate science, environmental policy, and the fossil fuel industry. She was widely recognized for translating complex scientific issues into clear, accessible reporting, often highlighting how environmental harm disproportionately affects vulnerable communities.

In 2019, she published the book “Inconspicuous Consumption: The Environmental Impact You Don’t Know You Have,” which examined how everyday consumer habits—from email usage to online shopping—contribute to climate change. The book received critical acclaim for its data-driven analysis and practical approach to personal and collective responsibility.

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Born into one of America’s most prominent political families, Schlossberg was the daughter of Caroline Kennedy and Edwin Schlossberg. Despite her lineage, colleagues noted that she avoided political celebrity and instead focused on rigorous reporting and factual storytelling. She rarely invoked her family name publicly, choosing to let her work stand on its own.

Friends and peers described her as intellectually curious, ethically grounded, and deeply concerned about the future of the planet. “She cared less about being loud and more about being right,” said one former colleague. “Her reporting reflected a belief that facts still matter.”

Schlossberg is survived by her parents and siblings. The family requested privacy and encouraged those wishing to honor her memory to support environmental journalism and climate research initiatives.

Her death marks a significant loss for environmental reporting at a time when climate change remains one of the most urgent global challenges.