The former Manchester United and England defender has lost his mother to cancer, he and his brother Anton have confirmed
The mother of Rio and Anton Ferdinand has died after a battle with cancer.
Janice St Fort, who was 58, passed away in hospital with her family at her bedside.
The news comes just two years after former Manchester United defender Rio lost his wife to breast cancer.
A statement released by the family read: "We are heartbroken to announce that our amazing mum Janice passed away today after an ongoing battle with cancer.
"She was an inspiration to us all and was loved by everyone who knew her.