- The star’s passing was announced on Tuesday by blogger Marcella Speaks
- The cause of death has not yet been revealed
- In May KeKe celebrated her eldest son Amaree’s high school graduation
Love & Marriage: Huntsville star KeKe Jabbar has died at the age of 42.
The reality TV star’s passing was announced on Tuesday by blogger Marcella Speaks during a YouTube live stream, as per TMZ.
Marcella read a statement she shared was from Keke’s family, which said Keke died ‘peacefully at home surrounded in love.’
The family remembered Keke as ‘a mom, a sister, and a great friend, full of life, love, and laughter.’
At this point the cause of death has not yet been revealed.
KeKe’s cousin, and reality TV co-star LaTisha Scott, also shared a statement to her Instagram.
‘At this time we are asking for RESPECT, and PRIVACY in our moment of grief, while we process this great loss! This is hard for our family!!!!!’ it read.
KeKe was absent from her social media in June.
She last posted on her Instagram in May.
Her fans and followers expressed condolences on her last Instagram post.
‘Noooooo…. LORD wrap your arms around her Husband and Children.. they have gone through so much,’ one wrote.
‘Rest In Peace KeKe,’ another added.
‘R.I.P., Keke. You were a real one, honey. Fly high,’ yet another fan added.
One of KeKe’s posts in May celebrated her eldest son Amaree’s high school graduation.
The proud mom shared a number of snaps, including one of her and her son.
‘My first born graduated from high school yesterday and it was such an emotional experience!! I didn’t expect 18 years to go by this fast! We’re so proud of you Amaree. Go shine like the star you are!!!’ she wrote in the caption.
Aside from starring on Love & Marriage, KeKe was also known as a writer, editor, and professor.
Love & Marriage: Huntsville is a reality TV show on OWN that follows the lives of successful African-American couples in Huntsville, Alabama.
There have been eight seasons of the show.