Tafari Campbell, the personal chef to former President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle, tragically drowned while paddleboarding in Martha’s Vineyard.
Event Details: Campbell, 45, was found in Edgartown Great Pond near the Obamas’ home after a two-day search.
* Campbell was seen by a fellow paddleboarder struggling on the surface of the water before submerging completely, which triggered the search.
* His body was discovered roughly 100 feet from shore just before 10 a.m. on Monday.
Connection to the Obamas: Tafari Campbell served as a White House sous chef during Obama’s presidency and continued to work for the family after they left office.
* The Obamas described Campbell as a “beloved part of our family” and praised his talent, passion, and kindness in a statement shared with several news outlets.
Investigation: The circumstances of Campbell’s death are still under investigation by Edgartown and Massachusetts police.
* The Obamas echoed the sorrow of Campbell’s loss, leaving behind a wife and twin sons.
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