A number of other actors/comedians also praised Wilson and offered condolences, including Cedric the Entertainer, Loni Love, Marlon Wayans and Roots drummer ?uestlove. Wilson was best known for her role as Andell Wilkerson on UPN's "Moesha" and its spinoff "The Parkers," and also appeared in the movies "House Party 2," "House Party 3" and "Friday.". 2023 BuzzFeed, Inc. All rights reserved. Rescuers search wreckage of deadly Greece train crash. Sadly, she passed away at the age of 48 due to cervical cancer and kidney failure. Mo'Nique arrives for the Premiere Of Universal's "Almost Christmas" held at Regency Village Theatre. Initially, MoNique started her career as a stand-up comedian before earning her role in The Parkers. She has since appeared on-screen and continued her career as an actress. Binge-worthy entertainment news and celebrity interviews. | Source: Getty Images. Oh god.. My heart is soooo unbelievably broken ." she wrote. See Photos. Her big break came in 1993 on the short-lived ABC sitcom "Thea.". Wilson died from cervical cancer at the age of 48. She said, I dont want people crying, I want them to celebrate. According to family, Wilson had planned everything in advance, including the partys menu. Wilson is survived by two adult daughters, two grandsons, her mother, sister, and brother, and many more relatives spread throughout the US. 1 of 148. Wilson was best known for her role as Andell Wilkerson, the shopkeeper of the local hangout on the UPN sitcom Moesha (1996-2001); and restaurant owner and Nikki's (played by Mo'Nique) best friend on its spinoff The Parkers (1999-2004). She still wanted to help people. Yvette Rene Wilson (March 6, 1964 June 14, 2012) was an American comedian and actress. One time, she did not want her friend Jamie [Foxx] or anyone to know which hospital she was in, but he found her.. Wilson portrayed Andell Wilkerson, owner of the popular hangout The Den on Moesha. I wanna thank all my tweeties for their prayers but god has chosen to take my sister Yvette home. The American sitcom aired from 1999 until 2004 and featured MoNique as Nikki Parker and Countess Vaughn as Kim Parker. Congressman James Clyburn speaks at New Bethel AME Church in Jackson Mens Day theme: Prepring Leaders for Today and Tomorrow, Civil Rights legends honored at New Hope Baptist Churchs 12th Annual Back in the Day Black History Celebration, Obama delivers a confrontational State of the Union address, Nielsen Study: black media more relevant to black consumers. In addition, Wilson also had a minor role in the 1995 comedy movie Friday as Smokey's blind date and appeared in films such as Poetic Justice, starring Janet Jackson, and the film parody Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood. Other colleagues and stars have begun sharing their condolences via Twitter: There has been no official statement released, but check back with NewsOne for updates. At an early age, Countess Vaughn became a singer and joined the Star Search Junior Vocalist Champion. Also a woman of faith, Wilson attended an all-denominational church. MTV, EMA and all related titles, logos and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc. I can attest to that, because she helped me when my father (her uncle) died. It was held at the place where she first started out in comedy, cousin Rose Berry of Jackson told The Mississippi Link. As previously reported by NewsOne.com, Wilson was suffering with Stage 4 cervical cancer and was in dire need of funds in order to pay her mounting medical bills. 3.9K 363K views 1 year ago Monique Angela Hicks, known professionally as Mo'Nique, is an American comedian and actress. A picture of Yvette was on each table, she said. The American Cancer Society also recommends talking to your doctor if you have any of the following cervical cancer risk factors: According to the website set up to aid Wilson with her cancer treatment expenses, she had raised more than $13,000 to date. Andell Wilson, played by Yvette Wilson, was a character on the UPN sitcom The Parkers. Like her co-star Mo'Nique, Yvette Wilson started her career as a stand=up comedian with the comedy club circuit before getting a role in the short-lived show "Thea." She later appeared in "Def Comedy Jam," "House Party 3," and "Poetic Justice," yet her most remembered role remains to be in "The Parkers." Mac, who had the recurring role of Uncle Mitchell and was Andells boyfriend, died in 2008 from complications of pneumonia. In fact, a friend named Jeffrey Pittle was raising the needed $25,000 for a kidney transplant and her other medical bills at the time of her death. You have chlamydia, a common sexually transmitted disease. Our collaboration with the NNPA has been successful, said Susan Whiting, vice chair of Nielsen, a premier global information and measurement company. Yvette Wilson attended an event in Beverly Hills in 2004. ", Andell was one of the characters taken to Moeshas spin-off The Parkers. When the show came to its end, Wilson appeared in a few other Fox Networks projects, but her last acting role was in 2005s Ganked., Yvette Wilson on November 17, 2003 in Hollywood, California | Source: Getty Images. The fundraiser ended June 9, 2012. Wilson was born in Los Angeles and began her career as a stand-up comedian. People named Yvette MoNique. Comic and actress Yvette Wilson, one of the stars of the 1990s UPN sitcom "Moesha," died on Thursday at the age of 48 after a battle with cervical cancer. Actress Yvette Wilson died Thursday after losing her battle with stage 4 cervical cancer, according to multiple reports. [1] [2] She first gained fame as a member of The Queens of Comedy, as. After taking on the role of Thaddeus T Tyrell Radcliffe on the show, Ken Lawson put his career at a halt. Wilson's co-star Shar Jackson announced the news via Twitter last night, following requests for prayers for her "sister and best friend.". However, Jamie still showed up for his dear friend in her last days: She did not want a lot of people to know that she was ill, she said. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Yvette Wilson attends the 100th episode celebration for "The Parkers" on Nov. 17, 2003, in Hollywood, Calif. Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images. Her natural ability to make people laugh allowed her to join many other shows that are remembered up until today. She started her own company by the name Tigobitties Inc. Wilson was married to record producer Jerome Harry from 2001 until her death in 2012. Dubbing it the "Yvette Wilson CANCER SUCKS FUND," the site had raised nearly 30 percent of its $50,000 goal at the time of her death. #TheParkersOnNetflix https://t.co/MqCP3pNEX1, Brandy Gives An Update On the Status of the Moesha Reboot. View Monique Yvette Wilson results including current phone number, address, relatives, background check report, and property record with Whitepages. 'Moesha,' 'The Parkers' Star Loses Battle To Cervical Cancer. ", Fugees singer Lauryn Hill wrote her on website: "R.I.P Yvette Wilson (Andell From The Parkers). Unfortunately, Yvette died while funds were still being raised. "Yvette has experienced kidney failure, kidney transplants and cervical cancer, among other things," the site reads. Wilson was best known for her role as Andell Wilkerson, the shopkeeper of the local hangout on the UPN sitcom Moesha (1996-2000); and restaurant owner and Nikki's (played by Mo'nique) bestfriend on its spinoff The Parkers (1999-2004). The rest is told in his gripping visuals, The Exhibit: Finding the Next Great Artist. Yvette Rene Wilson (March 6, 1964 - June 14, 2012) was an American comedian and actress. We collect and tell stories of people from all around the world. Wilson, known as Andell. Video, Rescuers search wreckage of deadly Greece train crash, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. RELATED: New Study: Cervical Cancer Lingers In Black Women. She had appeared in many comedy films such as House Party 3, Friday . Wilson final acting role was in 2005's Ganked. She was 48 years old. The youngest of three siblings, McDonald said her baby has always been an independent child with a great sense of humor and a giving heart. Even in grade-school she said Wilson would bring kids home with her and say things like, Mama, can they stay with us? They dont have enough food, or Her mama is mean to her. She literally gave until it hurt, McDonald said. Yvette Wilson, the comedian best known for her role on the 1990s comedy Moesha, died Thursday of cervical cancer, according to multiple reports. Actress and stand up comedian Yvette Wilson, who appeared on the popular 90s TV show "Moesha," alongside Brandy is dead at age 48, after fighting with cervical cancer. "Her cancer has come back after an extended retreat, and doctors are saying it's very aggressive this time out.". Prior to Yvettes passing, her loved ones set up a GoFundMe page to raise funds for her treatments and to cover her mounting medical bills. After The Parkers ended, she went on to appear in shows like HBO's Def Comedy Jam and Fox Network shows. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric', The people who want you to believe the Ukraine war is fake, What we've learned from Alex Murdaugh murder trial. "She was a fighter to the end, and her talent, humour and amazing friendship will be sorely missed. 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