Long lost brother reunited with three siblings in NYC — and The Post was there to witness it
Alex Blum, 71, was reunited with his three biological brothers for the first time in New York City after discovering them through a DNA test. Blum, who was adopted at birth, had always felt a sense of emptiness regarding his identity and family history. The emotional gathering showcased the bond formed despite years of separation and the mystery surrounding their family story.
- ▪Alex Blum found his long-lost siblings through a DNA test after being adopted at birth.
- ▪His biological mother had told his younger brothers that he died at birth, a story they doubted.
- ▪The reunion took place in midtown Manhattan, where the brothers joyfully connected over shared experiences.
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Lifestyle exclusive Long lost brother reunited with three siblings in NYC — and The Post was there to witness it By Doree Lewak Published May 18, 2026, 5:13 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Alex Blum, 71, and his three biological brothers all gather together for the first time in midtown. Blum, adopted at birth, found his long-lost siblings through a DNA test. Their mother, Lee Hart, told her younger sons their older brother died at birth, a story they doubted. On a recent sunny morning in midtown, Alex Blum joined his three younger brothers around a plush banquette at a bistro off Grand Central.
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