Douglas McCain, the Eldest Son of Sen. John McCain, Dies at 66
The former Navy pilot was remembered by the McCain Institute as a patriot and friend to alumni, campaigns and Senate staff.
- Doug McCain, the eldest son of late Senator John McCain, died suddenly on May 20 at 66. The McCain Institute confirmed the passing of the former Navy pilot and American Airlines captain.
- A Florida native, McCain served six years as a Navy pilot flying A-6 Intruders before launching a long career with American Airlines. He later rose to captain during his tenure with the carrier.
- Adopted by Senator John McCain, he was married to Ashley for 40 years and is survived by his wife, two children—Caroline and Douglas—and his mother, Carol Shepp McCain.
- Meghan McCain shared the news of her brother's "sudden passing" on social media Saturday. She described him as a "truly wonderful, joyful man" who brought "humor, fun and great conversation to every room."
- The McCain Institute stated that McCain "will be remembered as a patriot and friend to the many alumni of Sen. McCain's Institute, campaigns and Senate staff." His legacy reflects decades of military and commercial aviation service.
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Doug McCain, eldest son of John McCain, dead suddenly at 66
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The adoptive son of the late Sen. John McCain died "suddenly," according to his obituary.Meghan McCain and Douglas Shepp McCainCredit: Getty;hdoliverKey PointsDouglas Shepp McCain, eldest son of Sen. John McCain and brother to former View co-host Meghan McCain, has died at 66. "He was a truly wonderful, joyful man," Meghan wrote of her brother in an Instagram post. Douglas and his brother Andrew were adopted by the Republican senator after he we…
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