Well-known musician Ben Kweller revealed on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, that his young son passed away on Monday, February 27, 2023. While he did not disclose the reason behind the 16-year-old death, he did share an emotional message after his son’s untimely death.In an Instagram post, he posted a picture of his son and captioned it:“Our son, Dorian Zev Kweller, was killed last night. He was only 16, and he was a true legend. Kindest, gentle soul, a friend to all. If you knew him, you know. We’ll never get over him as long as we’re here on earth."He also stated that Dorian Zev was a "true poet" as he wrote songs. Expressing his shock and despair, he wrote that his family is clueless about how they are going to deal with the shock of the youngster's untimely demise. View this post on Instagram Instagram PostWhile he requested his followers and fans to pray for the family and thanked everyone for their support, he did not reveal what “killed” the 16-year-old boy. However, Variety reported that Ben Kweller’s son passed away in a car accident.Ben Kweller received support from celebrities and social media users after he reported that his 16-year-old son passed awayFollowing the heartbreaking loss and death of Ben Kweller's son, social media users are saddened and mourn the loss of the 16-year-old. Many netizens and celebrities took to various social media platforms to share their condolences. Expressing how disheartening the news has been, many Twitter users said:Matt?@Matt_uncensored@benkweller my thoughts are with you and your family. I can’t imagine your pain. I’ll pray for y’all as well. Hang in there.1@benkweller my thoughts are with you and your family. I can’t imagine your pain. I’ll pray for y’all as well. Hang in there.....S e z z y….@sezzeraSending loving thoughts to ((((@benkweller)))) and family. Rest in peace, Dorian Zev Kweller. 🕯️22Sending loving thoughts to ((((@benkweller)))) and family. ❤️💛💚 Rest in peace, Dorian Zev Kweller. 🕯️✨✨ https://t.co/2X30n6MpaeAngela@angielovestokiI’m so sad over the news about @benkweller son. I’ve listened to him since I was 17 and met him in 2007 and he was so genuinely kind and cool. As a parent myself, I just can’t fathom the pain he’s in and it breaks my heart what a tragic loss 3I’m so sad over the news about @benkweller son. I’ve listened to him since I was 17 and met him in 2007 and he was so genuinely kind and cool. As a parent myself, I just can’t fathom the pain he’s in and it breaks my heart 💔 what a tragic loss 😞jurídico Domitila Barros 🦁 🤴🏿@caroline_514_11I'm a huge Ben Kweller fan since I was 16. I was a teenager seeing Dorian's baby pictures and hoping to have a family like them and Liz one day. His music followed me through all my life, every relationship, every heartbreak.I'm a huge Ben Kweller fan since I was 16. I was a teenager seeing Dorian's baby pictures and hoping to have a family like them and Liz one day. His music followed me through all my life, every relationship, every heartbreak.Low Information Boater@BriAltStationNo one should have to ever bury their child, especially at 16. Ben Kweller is also one of the sweetest, kindest people you'll ever meet. Just awful. twitter.com/Bowl_of_Worcel…Brian Rosenworcel@Bowl_of_Worcelmy friend ben lost his 16 year old son last night in a car crash in TX. their father / son bond was and is incredible, just a thing to behold. making music, hanging out like peers, filling each other's spirits. i can't imagine the hurt. i try to focus on the 16 amazing years89my friend ben lost his 16 year old son last night in a car crash in TX. their father / son bond was and is incredible, just a thing to behold. making music, hanging out like peers, filling each other's spirits. i can't imagine the hurt. i try to focus on the 16 amazing years https://t.co/PoC3P2cmcjNo one should have to ever bury their child, especially at 16. Ben Kweller is also one of the sweetest, kindest people you'll ever meet. Just awful. twitter.com/Bowl_of_Worcel…The Eatinist Bitch@EatinistBitchPrayers up for @benkweller and his family. We were all so excited for Zev and his career in music - such a natural talent. May his memory be a blessing to all who loved him.2Prayers up for @benkweller and his family. We were all so excited for Zev and his career in music - such a natural talent. May his memory be a blessing to all who loved him.steelopus@steelopusThis is tragic. I can't even imagine.RIP, Zev Kweller.instagram.com/p/CpNSgQ5uXzd/…2This is tragic. I can't even imagine.RIP, Zev Kweller.instagram.com/p/CpNSgQ5uXzd/…⭕️bailedwiththehay@adambruhbadamLove and light to Ben Kweller and fam on their loss. 6Love and light to Ben Kweller and fam on their loss. ❤️Aaron, or Cory@ACG_ATXI was fine until I heard the news about Ben Kweller's oldest son.7I was fine until I heard the news about Ben Kweller's oldest son.Corey Pudhorodsky 🇺🇦@CoreyPudMy heart breaks for @benkweller and his family tonight. May the support of your fans help you as much as your songs have lifted me over the years.2My heart breaks for @benkweller and his family tonight. May the support of your fans help you as much as your songs have lifted me over the years.Several celebrities also commented on Ben Kweller’s Instagram post and said:Celebrities mourn the loss of Ben's kid, who passed away at the age of 16. (Image via Instagram)After Ben announced the passing away of his 16-year-old child, many social media users and celebrities commented on the post to share their condolences. (Image via Instagram)Ben Kweller was formerly a member of the band RadishBen is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. He was also a member of the music group Radish in the past. He has released six solo albums and collaborated with multiple artists.Born in 1981, Ben has been involved in music from a very young age, just like his son, who recently passed away. Furthermore, his father, Howard Kweller, and Ben often played music, where Howard sang and Ben played the drums. From hits like Wasted & Ready to Jealous Girl, the artist has won multiple awards for his songs. The Independent Music Awards 2013 is one of them.Having married his longtime love, Liz, in 2003, the couple has another son, Juda Kweller.