Robin Thicke Pays Sweet Tribute To Father Alan Thicke In A Post With Newborn Son

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Robin Thicke penned a sweet tribute for his dad Alan's fourth death anniversary
The singer is thankful to his dad and he still misses him even after four years
Thicke’s fans assured him his dad was proud of him

Robin Thicke recently remembered his dad, Alan Thicke, who passed away four years ago, so he penned a sweet tribute for him on social media.

Thicke shared a photo of him lying on the bed next to his newborn son. In the caption, the "Lost Without U" singer recalled his father's love and shared how Alan influenced his parenting style.

"Four years ago today, on December 13, 2016, my beloved Father passed away," he wrote on Instagram.

"As I wake up next to this little guy his first night home, I miss my father so much, but I feel his love in my heart every time I kiss my babies on the head the same way he would kiss me. I’m crying a little right now. Partly because I’m sad you’re not here, but mostly because I’m happy that I had you to love me, guide me, and show me the way."

Thicke was hoping that he made his father proud when he was still alive and he thanked him for what he did for them.

" I hope I make you proud. I miss you every day. Thank you Dad," he concluded.

Thicke received supportive messages from other social media users in the comment section. Many of them also shared their experience of losing their dad and several assured him that his dad was proud of him.

"Aww I lost my dad last December the kids really do help u through it xx," one commented.

"I grew up watching your father was a icon a legend and truly a moving person.. many many good wishes Rob he is and was proud," another wrote.

"I am sorry for the loss of your father. He is always with you and he will always be proud of you. You have an angel watching over you and your family," a different netizen added.

"My father passed December 13, 2005 I feel your loss," another wrote.

"I feel your pain. I miss my father too everyday. They are for sure watching over us," another user noted.

Alan passed away after suffering from a heart attack. He was 69 years old at the time. He was playing hockey with his youngest son, Carter. Alan was rushed to the hospital but was pronounced dead at Providence St. Joseph's Medical Center in Burbank, California, Entertainment Tonight reported.