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Kiki Shepard, Apollo Queen, Passes Away

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Kiki Shepard, beloved entertainer and co-host of Showtime at the Apollo, has passed away at 74. Known for her work on A Different World, Baywatch, and Broadway, she was a cherished sister, auntie, and advocate. She founded the KIS Foundation to support sickle cell disease families. Memorial details to follow.

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Kiki Shepard, Apollo Queen, Passes Away

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Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Kiki Shepard, Apollo Queen, Passes Away. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

0:00From the streets of Durham to the world, this is Durham News Today. Kiki Shepard has passed away at the age of 74 after a heart attack on Monday, her family confirmed. She built a strong career in entertainment, appearing on shows like A Different World in Baywatch, and performing on Broadway in the 19, 70s and 80s. She became best known as the longtime co-host of Showtime at the Apollo from 1987 to 2002, sharing the stage with stars. Like Steve Harvey, Sinbad, and Monique at Harlem's famous Apollo Theater. Her family shared a heartfelt statement, calling her a chair of sister, auntie, and advocate who brought grace and joy to millions, especially as the Apollo Queen of Fashion. She also founded the KIS Foundation to support families with sickle cell disease, and her loved ones say will continue her legacy of compassion and empowerment with memorial details coming soon. This DNA story is thanks to our sponsor details in the description.

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