Brantley Thomas Green, the son of rapper Lil Wyte (Patrick Dhane Lanshaw) and his wife, Nicole Ann Lanshaw, reportedly died by suicide.
According to Brantley’s mother, Nicole, he was a joyful, curious, and caring child whose goal every day was to make people laugh.
He loved learning new things, spending time with his family, and bringing happiness to those around him.
Former Dallas Cheerleader Nicole Ann Lanshaw’s Son Passed Away at 13 Due to Suicide as a Result of Relentless Bullying
On October 14, 2025, Nicole shared a post on Facebook, claiming that her son had been facing bullying, which was affecting his mental health.
As per her post, Brantley passed away on October 12, 2025.
Brantley died by suicide, and the family is still awaiting the official medical examiner’s report and forensic scans to provide further details.
In her post, Nicole explained that despite appearing happy and energetic, Brantley was silently suffering.
She stated that her son had been bullied at school, which caused him to suffer internally and led to depression.
According to his mother, he was hurt so deeply by the actions of others that he felt he had no other option.
Brantley’s death has sparked conversations about bullying, mental health, and the hidden struggles children may face.
Nicole urged the public to respect the family’s privacy as they cope and heal, acknowledging that each family member processes grief differently.
While the father, rapper Lil Wyte, has not made any comment on his son’s death, many have expressed their grief on Nicole’s post. One person wrote:
I know i was just one of his friends but he did so much thru his friends. I understand how u feel because we all feel this way. But he made and impact in everybody he came across and his name will never be forgotten by us. All prayer to the family in your time of grievance
While the death of Nicole’s young son has brought grief to the family and community, Nicole has resumed her efforts to speak out against bullying.
As bullying appears to be a major cause of Brantley’s suicide, the investigation and forensic analysis are still ongoing, and the official details have yet to be revealed.
