Yvettes mother revealed this: Yvette had prepared us for this. Copyright 2023 Interactive One, LLC. 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. Then she would watch the services on television, her mother explained. [citation needed]. She had appeared in many comedy films such as House Party 3, Friday, and on Russell Simmons' Def Comedy Jam. Hollywood stars like Jamie Foxx tweeted about her passing, sharing that he had tears in his eyes. MoNique lost a significant amount of weight during her career and released two books, Skinny Women Are Evil: Notes of a Big Girl in a Small-Minded World and Skinny Cooks Cant Be Trusted., Mo'Nique attends the discussion panel for "Mo'Nique's Fat Chance" during the Oxygen 2005 Television Critics Association Summer Press Tour. Actress and comedian, Yvette Wilson, who played the role of Andell Wilkerson on UPN's "Moesha" and its spinoff, "The Parkers." passed away from cervical cancer in the summer of 2012. As time passes, the mother and daughter share a bond and learn from and about each other as roommates and students. In April, a study presented at the American Association for Cancer Research conference in Chicago offered a possible explanation for this disparity -- that black women have more trouble clearing HPV, the virus that causes the disease. It was held at the place where she first started out in comedy, cousin Rose Berry of Jackson told The Mississippi Link. Well, based on these comments from MoNique, it doesnt seem likely at all. All Rights Reserved. By her own wishes, Wilson was cremated. She left specific instructions that she did not want a funeral; she did not want sadness; she wanted a party, McDonald, a Mississippi native, said. Yvette Wilson (Andell Wilkerson) died in 2012 after a battle with cancer. MoNique was interviewing on Fox Souls Get Into It With Tami Roman when she was asked whether she would be open to a reboot of the iconic series. 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. Mo'Nique arrives for the Premiere Of Universal's "Almost Christmas" held at Regency Village Theatre. At the time of her death she survived by her large extended friends and family. Early life edit Before she started her career in the entertainment business, Wilson attended San Jose State University and majored in communications. They told her, you are always helping others; let people help you now. That was the only way she gave in to them. After The Parkers ended, she went on to appear in shows like HBO's Def Comedy Jam and Fox Network shows. One of the most respected young entertainers around, actress/musician Kiersey Clemons has quickly become known for her versatility as well as her captivating screen presence. You cant reboot something without everyone to reboot it, she replied. mode: 'thumbnails-rr1', Marcus Wright speaks, A BLACK HISTORY SPOTLIGHT: The Bolton, Miss. "It is with a heavy heart that I can verify that Yvette passed away last evening after a lengthy and hard battle," he wrote. She was loved by those on set and was always referred to as always smiling and full of life. The Moesha star continued to call for a reboot as the year progressed, using social media to amplify her message. ", According to NewsOne, Wilson went to California's San Jose State University and became a regular on Russell Simmon's "Def Comedy Jam." Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. When he returned, Lawson appeared and produced Malibus Most Wanted, Benjamin Troubles, Jade Confessions, and Steppin: The Movie., Dorien Wilson is an actor and producer most known for The Parkers, Dream On, In the Cut, and You Got Served., He also starred in the play His Double Life: Breaking the Silence, which he said, is a story about secrets, acceptance, family, and life., Like her co-star MoNique, 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.. In the show, Andell is portrayed as a late-30s woman who is attending college with her daughter Kim (played by Countess Vaughn). Although Countess leads a rather private life, sometimes she shares pics of her kids, and fans can't stop gushing about the resemblance they hold to the actress. After The Parkers arrived on Netflix in 2020, conversations kicked up again about a possible reboot of the hit TV show. []. or. Wilson, who played Andell Wilkerson,. Yvette Wilson, an actress known for her roles in the TV series "The Parkers" and "Moesha" died Thursday, according to various reports. Ive already apologized to [my son], to the babys mother. June 15, 2012 / 1:53 PM / CBS News. Yvette Wilson was married to record producer Jerome Harry from 2001 until her death in 2012. Wilson portrayed Andell Wilkerson, owner of the popular hangout The Den on Moesha. In 2000, she left Moesha for its spin-off The Parkers, where she also played Andell Wilkerson, who was the best friend of Mo'Nique's character Nikki Parker. Yvette Wilson, the comedian best known for her role on the 1990s comedy Moesha, died Thursday of cervical cancer, according to multiple reports. 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. 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. Those close to her noted that she was a fighter, having undergone a kidney transplant before the return of her cancer. She had appeared in many comedy films such as House Party 3, Friday . ", Also weighing in was Jamie Foxx, who said, "God bless u Yvette Wilson. Actress: Friday. Pittle made the announcement on a website he had set up to raise funds for Wilson's treatment. native who led the U.S. House Select Committee on the Jan. 6 Attack I aint taking off my pin. 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. She never complained about her illness; she remained hopeful. Everyone talked about how helpful Yvette was. Before she started her career in the entertainment business, Wilson attended San Jose State University and majored in communications. I can attest to that, because she helped me when my father (her uncle) died. Wilson final acting role was in 2005's Ganked. 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 was 48. . Judge continues to block Mississippi abortion law, Steve McNair Jr. to sign with Texas school, The president opens an election-year debate on the role of government, drawing contrasts with Republicans on taxes for the wealthy and mortgage refinancing. She attended until she could not. We collect and tell stories of people from all around the world. Rest on Yvette, your legacy is living on after a job well done. 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 left specific instructions that she did not want a funeral; she did not want sadness; she wanted a party. Her last acting credit to date was in the 2017 film "The White Sistas. Tears in my eyes. RELATED: Remembering Yvette Wilson [VIDEOS]. Unfortunately, Yvette died while funds were still being raised. I can attest to that, because she helped me when my father (her uncle) died. To date, the site had raised $13,599 of the $25,000 they were seeking or 54 percent. When Nikki Parker found out that she was pregnant with her daughter Kim, she had no choice but to drop out of high school and raise her daughter. She said, I dont want people crying, I want them to celebrate, said Yvettes mother, Thelma McDonald. See Photos. 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. Other Yvette Wilson Coverages & Related Articles: Moesha Star Yvette Wilson Succumbs To Cervical Cancer, Moesha Star Yvette Wilson Dead At 48 Years Old. | Source: Getty Images. The ever-popular Hakeem, Moeshas sidekick who wasplayed by Lamont Bentley, was killed in a car crash more than 6 years ago. In 1991 she was a contestant on the game show Supermarket Sweep. AmoMama creates engaging, meaningful content for women. 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. 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. Aside from having cancer, she also suffered from kidney failure. [citation needed] 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. My baby is going to have a baby! she gushed to Roman. 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 . ", Born on March 6, 1964, in Los Angeles, Wilson backed her way into acting by taking a friend's dare to do stand-up comedy and then landing a spot on the short-lived sitcom "Thea." The series stars Mo'Nique, Countess Vaughn, Mari Morrow, Jenna von O, Ken L., Yvette Wilson and Dorien Wilson. Wilson's cancer returned recently after several years in remission, said Jeffrey Pittle. They fulfilled her last wish after the party, which was for her body to be cremated. The findings, researchers say, underscore the importance of the HPV vaccine for black women, as well as adhering to Pap screening guidelines. Wilson is survived by two adult daughters, two grandsons, her mother, sister, and brother, and many more relatives spread throughout the US. Wilson, known as Andell. placement: 'Right Rail Thumbnails', RELATED: New Study: Cervical Cancer Lingers In Black Women. LIKE Us On Facebook! Everyone talked about how helpful Yvette was. "But that's just the way I feel about it. See Photos. | Source: Getty Images. In The Parkers, Wilson played Andell, a local restaurant owner who was best friends with MoNiques Nikki Parker. By using his State of the Union speech to draw sharp contrasts [], The Flatliners Interview with Kam Williams Alive and Kiersey! 1 of 148. And for me, that was just a special moment in time.. References . One time, she did not want her friend Jamie [Foxx] or anyone to know which hospital she was in, but he found her.. | Source: Getty Images, She later starred in 227 and had roles in Hangin with Cooper and Moesha. In 1999, she reprised her role as Kim in the Moesha spinoff, The Parkers.. She was known for her role as Andell Wilkerson, the shopkeeper of the local hangout on the UPN sitcoms Moesha (19962001); and restaurant owner and Nikki's (played by Mo'Nique) best friend on its spinoff The Parkers (19992004). She is remembered by many for the smiles she put on people's faces through her shows, lighting up the stage when she first appeared on Russell Simmons' "Def Comedy Jam." I aint getting on the floor!, Legendary State Legislator Representative Alyce Griffin Clarke, Mississippi House Bill 1020 brazenly resurrects Jim Crow sizzling racial oppression: Mississippi is still burning, U.S. By entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you're agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners. Yvettes death came as a shock to many of her fans, because Yvette was always a bubbly personality whom madeus laugh with her uniquely squeakyvoice. Her big break came with Thea, a short-lived sitcom from 1993 to 1994. The upcoming family reunion is scheduled for Labor Day weekend, Sept. 1, in Holmes County, Miss. 2023 BBC. In 1991 she was a contestant on the game show Supermarket Sweep. window._taboola = window._taboola || []; Still the largest racial minority group in America, with a projected buying power of $1.1 trillion by 2015, black consumers remain at the forefront of social trends and media consumption, the study found. Yvette Wilson Life is short, so cherish yours.". Yvettes cousin stated, It was filled with laughter. 17 June 2012. Even though the most common feeling when someone dies is sadness, Wilson didnt want that for her friends and relatives. 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. We humbly honor the old school soul music era and will keep pushing forward to keep it alive. Shar Jackson has been sending out tweets asking for prayers for her friend and co-star for the last few days: And finally this tweet came in an hour ago: Want to Keep Up With NewsOne.com? Like our content? . She was also known for her role as Rita in the 1995 F. Gary Gray film Friday. Eileen, according to McDonald, was the donor who gave Wilson a kidney. Friends, fans, celebrities and relatives were saddened in mid June by the loss of 1990s Moesha sitcom co-star Yvette Wilson. I wanna thank all my tweeties for their prayers but god has chosen to take my sister Yvette home. 3.9K 363K views 1 year ago Monique Angela Hicks, known professionally as Mo'Nique, is an American comedian and actress. David Muir's Gay Rumors Followed Him for Years as He Was Linked to Co-host, Ellen Pierson Works in Real Estate - Robert Kardashians Widows Life Now, Sanne Hamers Is Wyatt Russell's Ex-wife Who Now Enjoys a Happy Family Life, Hollywood Stars Including William Shatner Share Tributes to M*A*S*H Actor Sally Kellerman Who Died at 84, Robin Williams Wanted His Children to Be Proud of Him Meet His 3 Kids Who He Cherished, Sandra Oh's Partner Is a Doting Father Yet the Actress Decided She Will Remain Childless. ", Wilson's good friend, Jeffrey Pittle, confirmed the news that Wilson had passed in a statement on a website he set up to help raise funds for her treatment. 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. In fact, the last time she visited was for her mothers big birthday bash held in the state five years ago. _taboola.push({ ", Before starring in The Parkers, Mari Morrow had several appearances on television shows such as Baywatch, One Life to Live, Family Matters, Living Single, Soul Food, and Conan., She has since appeared on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, The Jamie Foxx Show, Uninvited Guest, Children of the Corn III, Book Love, Restraining Order, Traci Townsend, and Today You Die.. 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." Berrys mother, Wilsons aunt Monzola Ross of Cruger, Miss., said she was so grateful God blessed them to drive safely to California. Amplifying Black voices through news that matters. 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