Stepdaughter (18) proud she could call Ben Saunders 'dad' for thirteen years
Eighteen-year-old Nikia paid tribute to her late stepfather, Ben Saunders, honoring him as her mentor and best friend of thirteen years. Saunders, the inaugural winner of The Voice of Holland, was found dead last week in Arnhem, with authorities ruling out foul play.
Nikia, the eighteen-year-old stepdaughter of Ben Saunders, recently shared a heartfelt tribute following the singer's passing. She described Saunders not only as her father figure for the past thirteen years but also as her best friend and mentor. Reflecting on their close bond, she highlighted their shared passion for music and tattoos, noting how he significantly shaped her identity and served as an inspirational role model throughout her upbringing.
Ben Saunders, who gained fame as the first-ever winner of The Voice of Holland in 2011, was found dead near the Rijkerswoerdse Plassen in Arnhem last Tuesday. Authorities have ruled out foul play in the death of the forty-three-year-old singer. His passing has drawn global attention, with several international news outlets reporting on the loss of the musician who made history by winning the inaugural season of the popular television franchise.
Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
