Carrie Romney, Mitt Romney’s Sister-in-Law, Was in the Middle of a Divorce When She Was Found Dead by an L.A. Parking Garage — Family “Heartbroken” as Police Investigate
The Romney family is mourning the sudden and tragic loss of Carrie Elizabeth Romney, sister-in-law to former U.S. Senator Mitt Romney, who was found dead in Los Angeles on October 10. She was 64 years old. According to authorities and court records obtained by People, Carrie had been in the process of divorcing her husband, George “Scott” Romney, Mitt Romney’s older brother, at the time of her death.
Police say Carrie’s body was discovered near a parking garage at the Hyatt Regency in Valencia, California, after reports of an unresponsive woman were made around 8:30 p.m. Emergency responders arrived shortly after but were unable to revive her. While the exact cause of death remains under investigation, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has stated that foul play is not suspected at this time. The coroner’s office is awaiting additional test results before releasing an official cause.
The discovery comes just months after Scott Romney filed for divorce in Los Angeles County Superior Court on June 10. The court filing lists the couple’s date of separation as May 25 and cites “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for the split. According to the documents, the two had no shared property disputes and were seeking an amicable dissolution of their eight-year marriage. It was Scott’s third marriage, and although they had no children together, he shares seven children with previous partners, including former RNC chairwoman Ronna McDaniel.
Carrie, friends say, had been keeping a low profile while navigating the difficult separation. One friend described her as “a private person, full of grace and kindness,” and said that despite the stress of the divorce, “she never spoke badly about Scott or his family.” Those who knew her say she had recently been focusing on her health and emotional well-being, spending time with close friends and family in California.
Scott Romney, now 84, has yet to release a public statement but is said to be cooperating fully with investigators. Mitt Romney issued a brief message through a spokesperson, saying the family is “heartbroken by the loss of Carrie” and is requesting privacy during this “deeply painful moment.”
The details surrounding Carrie’s final hours remain unclear. Authorities confirmed that her vehicle was found in the same parking structure where she was discovered, but they have not confirmed whether surveillance footage provides any additional insight into her movements. The investigation remains ongoing.
Carrie and Scott married in November 2016, and by most accounts, theirs was a quiet partnership until recent years. The couple maintained homes in both Michigan and California and largely avoided the political spotlight that often follows the Romney name. Friends recall her as warm, compassionate, and deeply supportive of charitable causes, especially those involving children and education.
The news of Carrie’s death has shaken those close to the Romney family, who have experienced their share of public and private challenges over the years. While speculation continues online, officials are urging restraint until the coroner’s office finalizes its report.
For now, the focus remains on remembering the woman behind the headlines — someone who loved her family deeply, endured private pain with dignity, and left behind a circle of loved ones trying to make sense of an unfathomable loss. As the Romney family gathers in grief, they ask for prayers, privacy, and patience as they await answers.
