Von Scales Has Died at Age 58
A family spokesperson confirmed the passing of the husband of reality television personality Trina Braxton.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Celebrities
Von Scales, who was married to Trina Braxton, has died at the age of 58. A family spokesperson confirmed the news on October 1, 2026.
Why it matters
The death marks another loss for the Braxton family following previous tragedies. Tamar Braxton honored the memory of Scales with a public tribute on social media.
Von Scales was 58 years old at the time of his passing. He had been married to Trina Braxton, currently 51, since 2019.
The players
Von Scales
He was a businessman who was married to reality television personality Trina Braxton.
Trina Braxton
She is a singer and reality television personality known for her appearances on the show Braxton Family Values.
Tamar Braxton
She is a singer and television personality who is the younger sister of Trina Braxton.
Traci Braxton
She was a singer and reality television personality who appeared alongside her sisters on television.
Gabriel Solis
He was a television personality and the former husband of Trina Braxton.
The details
The death was officially confirmed by a family representative to TMZ. Following the announcement, Tamar Braxton shared an emotional tribute to Scales via Instagram.
Timeline
Gabriel Solis died in 2018.
Trina Braxton and Von Scales married in 2019.
Traci Braxton died in March 2022.
A spokesperson confirmed the death of Von Scales on October 1, 2026.
Tamar Braxton published a tribute to Instagram on October 4, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The public nature of these losses often intersects with the personal lives of reality television families, framing their private grief within a broader cultural context. This news underscores the ongoing public interest in the personal lives and support systems of the Braxton family.
Fans of the Braxton family may look to social media platforms for further updates and tributes from members of the family. There are currently no announced changes to the accessibility or distribution of past or future content featuring the family.
The takeaway
The family has shared the news of this passing while navigating a difficult period of personal loss. Supporters continue to offer condolences as the family copes with the death of a central figure.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Us Weekly.
