
Nearly a year after her divorce from ex-husband José Nunes in July 2016, Gilbert shared the sweet news that she had taken part in a ceremony of love with Elias. I would tell you to rest in peace, but I know that you always found peace boring. It has been the greatest honor of my life. Thank you for letting me walk with you right to the edge of the river. Her partner, Eat, Pray, Love author Elizabeth Gilbert, confirmed the. "She was my love, my heart, my best friend, my teacher, my rebel, my angel, my protector, my challenger, my partner, my muse, my wizard, my surprise, my gift, my comet, my liberator, my rock star, my completely impossible non-cooperator, my otherworldly visitor, my spiritual portal, and my baby," the writer penned online. Find Rayya Elias In Conversation With Elizabeth Gilbert stock photos and editorial news pictures from Getty Images. The author died after her battle with pancreatic and liver cancer in early January. Gilbert shared the news with her devoted followers and fans on Facebook late Thursday night with a cheerful snapshot of Elias playing the guitar.


The acclaimed author's beloved partner Rayya Elias has passed away. Elizabeth Gilbert needs an extra dose of love today.
