Beloved radio presenter dies aged 58 as heartbroken tributes pour in
US radio legend Wanda Smith has died aged 58, her colleague has confirmed.
US radio legend Wanda Smith has died aged 58.
The tragic star is said to have died just a day after her birthday. Her cause of death is yet to be confirmed.
Atlanta's V-103 radio's senior VP Rick Caffey paid tribute as he said in a statement: "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. 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.
"Rest In Peace Wanda, as You take your place among the Stars. We will Miss You."
Wanda started her career at Atlanta radio station V-103 on the 'Frank and Wanda in the Morning' show alongside Frank Ski in 1998.
She worked on the show for two decades, taking a break between 2012 and 2018 but abruptly left the show in 2019 after feuding with comedian Katt Williams.
Her show exit came after her interview with Williams turned explosive on air, which led to the pair being embroiled in a bitter feud after Williams insulted Smith's interview style.
Tributes for Wanda began pouring in, with actress and comedian Loni Love penning: "I am sad to hear about the passing of comedian and radio host Wanda Smith.
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"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."
Another fan said: "'I'm really sad about Wanda Smith. She was a legend in Atlanta Radio. She is way way way more than that Kat moment as you can see by how folks are devastated."
The V-103 radio station have also confirmed they will be paying tribute to Wanda on the show.
They said in a statement: "During Sunday Morning Praise with Larry Tinsley, we will be taking time out to pay tribute to this V-103 icon,' the station said in a statement.
"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."
Smith is survived by her husband, LaMorris Sellers, and their three children
