Ron Duguay, the former New York Rangers All-Star and partner of Sarah Palin, died of cancer on 22 October 2026, aged 69. His family announced that he had 'passed away peacefully' after a 'hard fought battle with cancer'.
Palin paid tribute on social media, writing: 'It's with a shattered heart but also deep peace knowing Ron is with Jesus now.' She added: 'He fought so hard. Love never ends.' A Rangers spokesperson confirmed to the Associated Press that Duguay's family had informed the team of his death.