The eldest son of reality TV star Whitney Purvis, whom she affectionately called her “angel,” has tragically passed away after battling ongoing medical conditions. Sixteen-year-old Weston Gosa, the child of Purvis and her former partner Weston Sr., died on June 2, 2025, leaving behind a family shattered by the sudden and heartbreaking loss.
The devastating news was confirmed in a Facebook post by his stepmother, Amy Gosa. In her emotional statement, Amy recounted the events of that morning: “It’s really difficult to write this, but this morning little Weston passed away. We do not know the cause. They will do an autopsy soon, but all we know is we got up this morning around 7 a.m. and tried to wake him up. He was not breathing. We attempted CPR and called an ambulance.” Paramedics rushed to the scene and tried to revive Weston, but their efforts were unsuccessful. He was transported to a local hospital in Gordon County, Georgia, where he was later pronounced dead.
Amy revealed that Weston had been coping with several health issues, including diabetes, and described the shock and pain their family was experiencing. “We are completely heartbroken and in shock,” she wrote. “It was so unexpected. Losing a child is the most painful thing I have ever experienced and I hope I never experience it again.” She praised Weston’s vibrant spirit, calling him brilliant, funny, and full of promise, and noted that the grief still didn’t feel real.
Amy concluded her post with a touching plea for support, asking everyone to keep their family and Whitney in their thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. Not long after the heartbreaking announcement, Whitney Purvis shared her own grief in a raw and emotional post on her personal Facebook page. “This is so hard to write. He was only 16 years old. Life is so cruel and unfair. I just don’t understand. Oh my baby is gone, and I don’t know what to do with myself. He was so perfect. This is really my worst nightmare come true.”
The former “16 and Pregnant” star expressed her deep disbelief and overwhelming pain, writing that she would give anything to hold her son again. She admitted that words could not begin to describe the depth of her anguish. In her tribute, she called Weston her heart and said she was immensely proud of the young man he was growing into. She ended her message by calling him her angel who was taken too soon, expressing that she could not imagine a life without him.
As she tried to cope with the reality of her son’s death, Purvis also made a poignant change on her social media. She updated her Facebook profile picture to a photo of her and Weston smiling together, with a heartfelt caption: “Rest in Peace, my baby Weston. I love you forever, precious. I’ll never understand why life has to be so cruel. You’ll always be my baby.”
Weston’s life had been part of the public eye from the very beginning. His birth was featured on the reality series “16 and Pregnant,” where fans followed Purvis’s journey as a first-time mother. Weston was born in April 2009 after Purvis underwent a C-section due to concerns raised during a routine prenatal visit. Doctors had observed that the baby’s movement had slowed significantly, prompting them to monitor the situation closely. They explained that fetal activity should stay consistent up until birth. When test results raised further concerns, the medical team decided to induce labor. During labor, it was discovered that the baby was not receiving enough oxygen.
Although Purvis later said she remembered little from that traumatic moment, she recalled the immense relief and joy when Weston was safely born. Despite the fear and uncertainty, she embraced motherhood with love and determination. Over time, she continued to share glimpses of her life as a mother, even after stepping away from television.
In the years that followed, Purvis expanded her family. She welcomed her second son, River, in 2014. Then in 2023, she gave birth to her third child, Collin Adonis, proudly sharing the news with her social media followers. Outside of motherhood, Purvis faced several personal struggles, some of which played out publicly. In 2024, she encountered legal trouble related to child support obligations. A judge in Floyd County, Georgia, found her in contempt of court for failing to meet the financial requirements. According to documents obtained by TMZ, a warrant was issued for her arrest, and she was ordered to spend 48 hours in jail. Alongside the jail time, an additional \$20 per month was added to her payments, bringing the total to \$353 per month. At the time, Weston and River were living with their father, Weston Sr.
Despite these hardships, Whitney remained devoted to her children. The loss of Weston has left an enormous void in her life and in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. Through every high and low, she continued to show unwavering love for her family. The tragic passing of Weston has brought an outpouring of support from fans and friends who remember him as a bright, joyful presence.
As the family navigates this unimaginable loss, they are holding onto the memories of Weston’s laughter, intelligence, and light. While no words can ease the pain, his story serves as a reminder of how precious and fragile life can be. Whitney Purvis and her family now begin a long journey of healing, forever cherishing the beautiful soul that was Weston.
