JFK’s grandson Jack Schlossberg, 32, attends sister Tatiana’s funeral after her death from cancer at 35; President Biden also present.

A Career of Conscience

While her lineage made her a figure of public interest, Tatiana’s intellect made her a figure of respect. A graduate of Yale with a master’s from Oxford, she eschewed the easy path of a socialite to become a rigorous science and climate reporter for The New York Times.

Her 2019 book, Inconspicuous Consumption: The Environmental Impact You Don’t Know You Have, transformed the abstract threat of climate change into a relatable narrative of daily choices. She was praised by peers for her ability to navigate complex policy without losing the human thread—a skill that defined her work until her final months