Who was Wanda Smith married to? Family & all you need to know as Radio legend known for Katt Williams roast, dies aged 56
Wanda Smith, a popular comedian and radio host, has tragically passed away at 56, as announced by V-103 Radio. She was best known for co-hosting Frank and Wanda in the Morning on V-103.
She worked for the radio channel for more than two decades, however, she left her job in 2019. She was also known for her work in comedy, as Fox 5 Atlanta stated in their report that she was one of the writers on the TV series, Def Comedy Jam.
Wanda Smith was married to LaMorris Sellers and is now survived by their three kids, Tavares, Giovanni and Isaiah. At the moment, the family has not issued any statement about Smith’s death and has not revealed the cause of her passing away.
As the news about Wanda Smith's passing away spread on social media, many netizens began pouring in their tributes.
"Damn'it man! R.I.P. . Now you'll be with your favorite, Gerald Levert," wrote one X user.
"Damn R.I.P Wanda Smith beyond giving us one of the most iconic moments in the modern entertainment. Our sister has been in the industry for over three decades, her charitable work is astonishing. It’s sad that a lot of people will learn this in in her passing. But it must not go unnoticed," added another.
"I am sad to hear about the passing of comedian and radio host Wanda Smith.. She was a staple in the Atlanta area and we came up in comedy together. She was the ultimate entertainer. Rest now Sis. Condolences to The Smith Family," commented an internet user.
"RIP, my condolences to #WandaSmith's husband, children, & the rest of her family," stated another X user on the post.
“Wanda Smith brought so much joy and care servicing the Atlanta community”: Atlanta's V-103 radio issues a statement confirming the radio host’s passing away
Atlanta's V-103 radio's Senior Vice President and Market Manager, Rick Caffey, confirmed the news of Smith's passing away. He stated that she breathed her last on Saturday, October 12, 2024, just a day after her birthday.
Rick stated:
"Our hearts are weighing heavier today as we grieve the loss of our beloved Wanda Smith, someone who always made us smile and who was a big part of V-103 for years. We extend our deepest prayers and condolences to her family.”
The statement also read:
“In her role at V-103, dating back to 2006, Wanda Smith brought so much joy and care servicing the Atlanta community. Wanda’s impact touched lives beyond making us laugh... Many times she championed efforts behind the scenes to make a difference in the lives of those who were without.”
The statement also mentioned that the radio channel will be paying their tribute on air during the Sunday Morning Praise with Larry Tinsley.
Talking about Wanda’s work and professional life, she has been seen in many movies, including Madea’s Witness Protection and Madea Goes to Jail. Furthermore, her philanthropic work is also much talked about as she founded “Girls Stand Together,” an initiative to promote female empowerment.
On the other hand, Wanda made her way into the news in 2018, when she had a spat with Katt Williams during a live show. Allegedly, the two started insulting one another, and as per The Root, the spat was one of the reasons for her exit from the radio channel.
Tributes and messages are pouring on social media from all over the country, as many are remembering her for her work throughout the years. At the moment, the family is yet to reveal the details about her funeral and memorial services.