Keyshawn Johnson is heartbroken after the death of his eldest daughter Maia at 25

Tragic news from Keyshawn Johnson … the former NFL star receiver just announced his eldest daughter, Maia, has left us. She was 25 years old.

“It is with incredible sadness that I must share the news of the passing of my beautiful daughter Maia,” Johnson said on Monday.

“Maia, as my first born child, has been the joy of my life and that of her mother Shikiri.”

Maia was Johnson’s first child with Shikiri Hightower, with whom he was married from 1998 to 2002. They also had a son, Keyshawn Jr., in 1998. Johnson also has two children with his current wife, Jennifer conrad.

Johnson added … “She came into our lives just as we were both adults and has been a constant loved presence for both of us.”

“We are heartbroken and devastated by her loss. Shikiri, Maia’s siblings, our family and I appreciate your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”

No cause of death has been publicly disclosed at this stage.

Several of Keyshawn’s current and former ESPN colleagues have shared their condolences following the announcement … including Louis riddick and Jemele hill.

“I’m so sorry Keshawn.” Riddick said on Twitter. “It’s devastating and heartbreaking to hear. From my family to yours… our deepest condolences, brother.

Hill added … “I am so sorry for your loss.”