'Below Deck' Star Nico Hit With Shocking Family Tragedy Scholly shared the bombshell with fans in a heartbreaking Instagram post.

Nico Scholly‘s brother died last night, RadarOnline.com has learned.

Tristen passed at 21-years-old after battling an undisclosed illness.

My younger brother of 21 is now an angle. So please pray for my family #chicago #belowdeck #familycomesfirst — Nico Scholly (@NicoScholly93) November 14, 2016

Nico, 23, was in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. prior to Tristen’s passing. The family is from Chicago, Ill.

“My best friend. My other half. My favorite little sh*t,” the Below Deck star said about his brother. “I hated you quiet often but loved the hell out of u no matter what. My heart is completely broken. This strong an amazing young man will be donating his heart, lungs, and organs to save people’s lives. I’m going to miss you so much Tristen.. your to young to say goodbye so I’ll see u again brother. [sic]”

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