Casual Tara Reid looks downcast as she steps out for the first time since revealing her beloved dad Thomas passed away
Tara Reid paid an emotional tribute to her beloved dad when she told fans on social media that he had passed away last month.
On Tuesday, the actress stepped out in public for the first time since the devastating news.
The American Pie star, 41, looked downcast as she headed out in Los Angeles, wearing a casual outfit of jeans and a fur jacket.
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Grieving: Tara Reid stepped out in public for the first time since the devastating news that her father had passed away last month
Taking her mind off her loss with a shopping trip, Tara added a pair of comfortable boots to her ensemble as she picked up some goods.
It comes weeks after she shared the news of her dad passing aged 75 with a poignant Instagram post.
Alongside a snap of her and her father, she said: 'Today, I've received terrible news that my father, Thomas Reid, has passed away,' she wrote. 'He was a man full of life, love, wisdom, and strength.
Pensive: The American Pie star, 41, looked downcast as she headed out in Los Angeles, wearing a casual outfit of jeans and a fur jacket
Personal tribute: It comes weeks after she shared the news of her dad Thomas passing aged 75 with a poignant Instagram post
'He was not only fun and in good spirits, but he was also one of the best story tellers I've ever heard.
She added: 'My dad was so supportive, kind, strong, and my hero. He was my heart, my soul, and my entire world. I love you and will miss you so much daddy! #RIPDaddyReid.'
Thomas had six children - Kathy, James, Tommy, Tara, and twins Colleen and Patrick - and eight grandchildren.
He and his wife Donna brought up their family in New Jersey where Tara was talent-spotted at an early age.
So sad: Tara tweeted about her father's death in December
Happy to be home! The news came after Tara posted several Instagrams from her family home over Christmas
The 41-year-old actress had spent Christmas with Thomas and Donna who worked as teachers and day car centre owners.
She had posted several shots of herself on Instagram sporting festive attire and posing with her dog.
'At home at my parents for Christmas and I just saw my doggie again. I love my dog!' she wrote on Christmas Eve, adding on Twitter: 'Just got to my parents house for Christmas! Just reunited with the love of my life! My dog Pasha!'
A dog's life: Another shot featured Tara and her dog Pasha
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