native who led the U.S. House Select Committee on the Jan. 6 Attack I aint taking off my pin. The American sitcom aired from 1999 until 2004 and featured MoNique as Nikki Parker and Countess Vaughn as Kim Parker. What's he waiting for? I wanna thank all my tweeties for their prayers but god has chosen to take my sister Yvette home. About 300 people flocked to the Regency West located in the Crenshaw District of Los Angeles, the place where she started out in comedy. Many of us remember comedic actress, Yvette Wilson, for her role as Andell, on the90s sitcom, Moesha, or either from her brief, but crazy funny scene in Friday, when she played Chris Tuckers blind date who looked like Janet Jackson. Yvette had several other roles through her time here as well, but what some may not know is thatYvette passed away at the very young age of 48. YVETTE WILSON. Also a woman of faith, Wilson attended an all-denominational church. Yvette Monique Ebanda Ossomba. I wanted to get up and share that, but I knew I would cry.. Heres a look at the rest of the cast members after the show ended. Well, based on these comments from MoNique, it doesnt seem likely at all. We believe that every person's story is important as it provides our community with an opportunity to feel a sense of belonging, share their hopes and dreams. Yvette Monique Montallana. Wilson was best known for her role as Andell Wilkerson on. She was 48 years old. She was 48. Merlin Santana, who played Moeshasfirst boyfriend, Ohaji, was only 26 years young when he was shot dead in California as he sat in the passenger seat of a car. Wilson final acting role was in 2005's Ganked. Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. Level-headed and straight-talking, she was the one MoNique always turned to for support, helping her with her relationship with Professor Stanley Oglevee (Dorien Wilson) or at least trying to and other aspects of her life. On June 14, 2012, Yvette Wilson died of non-communicable disease. said, It was filled with laughter. In The Parkers, Wilson played Andell, a local restaurant owner who was best friends with MoNiques Nikki Parker. Before she started her career in the entertainment business, Wilson attended San Jose State University and majored in communications. Yvette Rene Wilson (March 6, 1964 - June 14, 2012) was an American comedian and actress. Countess Vaughn attends the premiere party for TV One's 'Hollywood Divas.' In an interview that her mother, Thelma, had with Mississippi Link, she admitted that her daughter prepared everyone for her passing by leaving specific instructions, including that she didnt want a funeral but a party. Eileen, according to McDonald, was the donor who gave Wilson a kidney. In the show, Andell is portrayed as a late-30s woman who is attending college with her daughter Kim (played by Countess Vaughn). I can attest to that, because she helped me when my father (her uncle) died. My sister was so glad to see us. Actress Yvette Wilson died Thursday after losing her battle with stage 4 cervical cancer, according to multiple reports. Cousin Clara Ware, also of Cruger, Miss. After taking on the role of Thaddeus T Tyrell Radcliffe on the show, Ken Lawson put his career at a halt. Wilson's Andell character was the owner of The Den, a local teen hot spot on the show. One of Yvettes good friends was Jamie Foxx, whom according to her family, she wanted to hide her illness from. The actress had undergone a kidney transplant before the return of her cancer. [citation needed] Part of HuffPost Black Voices. They told her, you are always helping others; let people help you now. That was the only way she gave in to them. She was also known for her role as Rita in the 1995 F. Gary Gray film Friday. "It is with a heavy heart that I can verify that Yvette passed away last evening after a lengthy and hard battle," he wrote. Andell Wilson, played by Yvette Wilson, was a character on the UPN sitcom The Parkers. Wilson, known as Andell. container: 'taboola-right-rail-thumbnails', Reminding Roman of this, Mo'Nique acknowledged she wouldn't "feel good" rebooting without her co-star. At an early age, Countess Vaughn became a singer and joined the Star Search Junior Vocalist Champion. Wilson portrayed Andell Wilkerson, owner of the popular hangout The Den on Moesha. Sign up for NewsOne's email newsletter! See Photos. Her age is never explicitly stated in the show but . She never complained about her illness; she remained hopeful. Life is short, so cherish yours.". Please fill in your e-mail so we can share with you our top stories. One time, she did not want her friend Jamie [Foxx] or anyone to know which hospital she was in, but he found her. She said Wilson was concerned about how she looked, but she kept working and pushing forward. 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. "But that's just the way I feel about it. Ware said a recurring comment made was that Wilson did not accept no for an answer. Countess Vaughn at TV One's "Hollywood Diva's" Reunion Special Filming. My baby is going to have a baby! she gushed to Roman. 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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. Wilson, who also co-starred on The Parkers with comedienne Monique and such memorable films such as House Party 2, House Party 3, andFriday, was not only battling cancer but has also been plagued with kidney problems and needed kidney transplant as well. 'Moesha,' 'The Parkers' Star Loses Battle To Cervical Cancer. Then she would watch the services on television, her mother explained. []. Mo'Nique and Yvette Wilson in The Parkers (1999) People Mo'Nique, Yvette Wilson. Her mother said Wilson had been sick a long time with other health conditions as well, but the cancer is what impacted her most. "She was a fighter to the end, and her talent, humor and amazing friendship will be sorely missed. 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. In 2009, she starred in the independent film Precious, which won her an Academy Award for Best Actress along with over 30 awards that include a Golden Globe, BAFTA, New York Film Critics Circle Award, and many more. She's very close to her niece and to her little cousin Boston, who recently celebrated her 6th birthday, as seen on Countess's Instagram account. 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. Yvette Wilson attends the 100th episode celebration for "The Parkers" on Nov. 17, 2003, in Hollywood, Calif. Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images. A close friend said Wilson - who also appeared in the TV series The Parkers and the movies House Party 2 and 3 - died of cervical cancer. followed by her husband in the 1990s. 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). "It is with a heavy heart that I can verify that Yvette passed away last evening after a lengthy and hard battle," he said. You take oral contraceptives (birth control pills). Moesha co-star Countess Vaughn who played Kim Ann Parker on the show, was present at the party. Unfortunately, Yvette died while funds were still being raised. VideoRescuers search wreckage of deadly Greece train crash, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. It was a big hit for the now-defunct UPN, spending five hilarious seasons on the air before its 2004 conclusion. 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. Wilson died from cervical cancer at the age of 48. Yvette Renee Wilson (March 6, 1964 - June 14, 2012) was an American comedienne and actress. For five years, America saw The Parkers, which follows the lives of mother and daughter, Nikki and Kim, who go through life and college together. She was one of seven Mississippi relatives attending the event. She left specific instructions that she did not want a funeral; she did not want sadness; she wanted a party. You have chlamydia, a common sexually transmitted disease. Your email will be shared with newsone.com and subject to its, Marvin Gaye, Social Consciousness: Struggle Continues, Happy Birthday: A Look Into The Legacy Of Ray Charles. Your mother took a drug called diethylstilbestrol (DES) while pregnant with you. The fundraiser ended June 9, 2012. Yvette went on to land more on screen roles including Def Comedy Jam, the films House Party 3 and Poetic . Yvette Wilson attended an event in Beverly Hills in 2004. See Photos. We humbly honor the old school soul music era and will keep pushing forward to keep it alive. 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. As previously reported by NewsOne.com, Wilson is the fifth tragedy that has occurred from the Moesha show. And for me, that was just a special moment in time.. Yvettes cousin stated, It was filled with laughter. According to her family revealed to The Mississippi Link, Yvette had surprisingly planned her entire funeral, including the party menu!She told her fam exactly how she wanted it to be and the vibe she wanted people to be on as they mourned her. Yvette Renee Wilson (March 6, 1964 - June 14, 2012) was an American comedian and actress. But what about The Parkers? Mo'Nique arrives for the Premiere Of Universal's "Almost Christmas" held at Regency Village Theatre. A number of other actors/comedians also praised Wilson and offered condolences, including Cedric the Entertainer, Loni Love, Marlon Wayans and Roots drummer ?uestlove. Everyone talked about how helpful Yvette was. Yvette Wilson and the cast of "The Parkers" on November 17, 2003 in Hollywood, California | Source: Getty Images. We met and took pictures with so many of the celebrities who knew Yvette.. Yvette Wilson Moesha mo nique celebrity r i p brandy. Actress: Friday. When Wilson's cancer crisis got serious after years of battles with kidney failure and kidney transplants, Pittle started a website to raise money for her treatment. Wilson, who started as a stand-up comedian, is also known for roles in the movies "House Party 2" (1991), "House Party 3" (1994) and . She Planned Her Own Funeral and Died at Just 48 By Edduin Carvajal Sep 01, 2021 04:19 A.M. Yvette Wilson, the comedian and actress best known as Andell Wilkerson in "Moesha," died of cervical cancer aged 48, and she decided to plan her own funeral prior to her passing. "She did not want a lot of people to know that she was ill," she said. One of her first on-screen appearances was as a recurring member of the cast of the short lived sitcom Thea. [citation needed], Wilson first entered comedy when she lost a bet and had to perform as a stand-up comedian at a friend's club. window._taboola = window._taboola || []; Copyright @ 2023, The Mississippi Link - Site Designed by No Regret Media, Mike Epsy: Statment of Candidacy for United States Senate, KATRINA: Jordan family reflects on unforgettable experience, Remembering Katrina: I didnt plan to evacuate, Amber Alert: Two year old Myra Lewis is missing, Cover Mississippi, kickoff campaign launches this Friday at Metro Mall, Mississippi Link Exclusive: Sgt. Lady Olwen was a prominent Witch and member of Wicca founder Gerald Gardner's inner . []. In 2003, Vaughn welcomed her first child, Jaylen James, and six years later welcomed her second child, Aniyah, who is the vivid image of Countess when she was young. Yvette Rene Wilson (March 6, 1964 - June 14, 2012) was an American comedian and actress. Wilson spent several years in remission before her cancer returned. mode: 'thumbnails-rr1', She was 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). And a party it was, The Mississippi Link has learned. Yvette Wilson, the comedian and actress best known as Andell Wilkerson in Moesha, died of cervical cancer aged 48, and she decided to plan her own funeral prior to her passing. She still wanted to help people. Fans and former cast mates have taken to Twitter to mourn the loss of actress Yvette Wilson who played the role of Andell Wilkerson on UPN's "Moesha" and its spinoff, "The Parkers.". Even though the most common feeling when someone dies is sadness, Wilson didnt want that for her friends and relatives. Yvette Wilson (Andell Wilkerson) died in 2012 after a battle with cancer. | Source: Getty Images. The Moesha star continued to call for a reboot as the year progressed, using social media to amplify her message. On Independence Day, they paid homage to Yvette, by turning her funeral into a memorial party, per her instructions. I wouldn't feel good about it if Andell wasn't walking through the door. Monique Yvette. Yvette Wilson. We collect and tell stories of people from all around the world. Titles The Parkers, Turkey Day Blues. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Wilson final acting role was in 2005's Ganked. Video, Rescuers search wreckage of deadly Greece train crash, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Find your friends on Facebook. All Rights Reserved. She said, I dont want people crying, I want them to celebrate, said Yvettes mother, Thelma McDonald. View Monique Yvette Wilson results including current phone number, address, relatives, background check report, and property record with Whitepages. Wilson's co-star Shar Jackson announced the news via Twitter last night, following requests for prayers for her "sister and best friend." You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. According to 2008 figures by the CDC, African-American women are more likely to die from cervical cancer than any other group, despite coming in second, to Hispanic women, in overall incidence. 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. That helped her book bit parts in movies including "House Party 2" and its sequel, "Friday," "Poetic Justice" and "Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood. She was 48 years old. In 1995, she got the most important role of her career: Andell Wilkerson, a supporting character on the sitcom Moesha, which starred one of her castmates from Thea, R&B singer Brandy Norwood. 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. At the time of her death she survived by her large extended friends and family. She still wanted to help people. [citation needed]. She was also known to be a giver, which is why it took some extreme convincing for Yvette to finally accept the Go Fund Me account her loved ones set up for her health costs: She attended until she could not. "One time, she did not want her friend Jamie [Foxx] or anyone to know which hospital she was in, but he found her." Tears in my eyes. Monique Yvette. See Photos. How beautiful is that?!! Wilson, who played Andell Wilkerson, the owner of neighborhood hang spot the Den on the sitcom starring singer Brandy, went on to play that same role on the "Moesha" spin-off "The Parkers. 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