Yvette Wilson Life is short, so cherish yours.". Yvette Wilson attended an event in Beverly Hills in 2004. Aside from her children, there are other kids in Countess Vaughn's life. Wilson, who played Andell Wilkerson,. On the DOT!It's 12:01am on the west coast which means The Parkers is officially available on Netflix (US)! 2023 Viacom International Inc. All Rights Reserved. }); Copyright 2015 . Yvette went on to land more on screen roles including Def Comedy Jam, the films House Party 3 and Poetic . I wouldnt feel good about it if Andell wasnt walking through the door. "One time, she did not want her friend Jamie [Foxx] or anyone to know which hospital she was in, but he found her." From 1999 to 2004 Wilson brought Andell to the spinoff show "The Parkers," alongside Countess Vaughn, who played Kimberly Ann Parker, and the actress-comedian Mo'Nique, who played Nikki Parker. Wilson portrayed Andell Wilkerson, owner of the popular hangout The Den on Moesha. She will live on through her awesome body of work.". Titles The Parkers, Turkey Day Blues. 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, 48, reportedly lost her battle with cervical cancer and kidney disease on Thursday, following a desperate plea last month for funds to cover her mounting medical bills. Sign up for NewsOne's email newsletter! But what about The Parkers? Pittle made the announcement on a website he had set up to raise funds for Wilson's treatment. Wilson, 48, reportedly lost her battle with cervical cancer and kidney disease on Thursday, following a desperate plea last month for funds to cover her mounting medical bills. A number of her friends and admirers tweeted tributes, including "Moesha" co-star Shar Jackson, who wrote, "F--- Cancer!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! They told her, you are always helping others; let people help you now. That was the only way she gave in to them. 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). Funny girl Mo'nique becomes a drama queen 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. She was also known for her role as Rita in the 1995 F. Gary Gray film Friday. 'Moesha,' 'The Parkers' Star Loses Battle To Cervical Cancer. Monique Yvette. placement: 'Right Rail Thumbnails', By using his State of the Union speech to draw sharp contrasts [], The Flatliners Interview with Kam Williams Alive and Kiersey! The series stars Mo'Nique, Countess Vaughn, Mari Morrow, Jenna von O, Ken L., Yvette Wilson and Dorien Wilson. In fact, the last time she visited was for her mothers big birthday bash held in the state five years ago. In fact, she made it clear that she didnt want any mourning whatsoev, but rather, a feel good party of sorts, and she wanted no sadness. The service was held in her hometown of Jackson, MS; attended by her relatives, Moesha cast mates, and other celebs. Comic who also appeared in the spin-off 'The Parkers' died of cervical cancer. She passed away on June 14, 2012 from cervical cancer. Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. She did not want a lot of people to know that she was ill, she said. 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. Yvette Rene Wilson (March 6, 1964 - June 14, 2012) was an American comedian and actress. My sister was so glad to see us. She had appeared in many comedy films such as House Party 3, Friday . US Govt Found Guilty In Conspiracy To Assassinate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. struck and killed a woman with her vehicle. After The Parkers ended, she went on to appear in shows like HBO's Def Comedy Jam and Fox Network shows. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. 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." Yvette Rene Wilson (March 6, 1964 - June 14, 2012) was an American comedian and actress. Yvettes cousin stated, It was filled with laughter. Wilson died on June 14, 2012, aged 48.[3][4][5]. Wilson battled cervical cancer as well as kidney disease, and needed a kidney transplant. "I wanna thank all my tweeties for their prayers but god has chosen to take my sister Yvette home. ", 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." I know my sister is in a better place, said Wilsons brother Henry Wilson, also of Las Vegas. 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). The youngest of three siblings, McDonald said her baby has always been an independent child with a great sense of humor and a giving heart. Even in grade-school she said Wilson would bring kids home with her and say things like, Mama, can they stay with us? They dont have enough food, or Her mama is mean to her. She literally gave until it hurt, McDonald said. A picture of Yvette was on each table, she said. Star Brandy Norwood struck and killed a woman with her vehicle. We humbly honor the old school soul music era and will keep pushing forward to keep it alive. Yvettes mother revealed this: Yvette had prepared us for this. Please fill in your e-mail so we can share with you our top stories! 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. mode: 'thumbnails-rr1', Amplifying Black voices through news that matters. 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 . 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. 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. She decided to make a living off comedy and never turned back. window._taboola = window._taboola || []; Congressman James Clyburn speaks at New Bethel AME Church in Jackson Mens Day theme: Prepring Leaders for Today and Tomorrow, Civil Rights legends honored at New Hope Baptist Churchs 12th Annual Back in the Day Black History Celebration, Obama delivers a confrontational State of the Union address, Nielsen Study: black media more relevant to black consumers. One of the actress cousins described the party as so nice, so lively as there was a picture of Wilson on each table. Moesha co-star Countess Vaughn who played Kim Ann Parker on the show, was present at the party. Stories that matter delivered to your inbox, African-American women are more likely to die from cervical cancer, black women have more trouble clearing HPV, website set up to aid Wilson with her cancer treatment. Tears in my eyes. _taboola.push({ She was 48 years old. 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. ", Also weighing in was Jamie Foxx, who said, "God bless u Yvette Wilson. Wilson final acting role was in 2005's Ganked. 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. The actress had undergone a kidney transplant before the return of her cancer. However, sadness was not what the actress/comedienne wanted surrounding her departure, her mother Thelma Randall McDonald told The Mississippi Link via telephone from her Las Vegas home. . Actress: Friday. LIKE Us On Facebook! 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." Andell Wilson, played by Yvette Wilson, was a character on the UPN sitcom The Parkers. Mac, who had the recurring role of Uncle Mitchell and was Andells boyfriend, died in 2008 from complications of pneumonia. "She did not want a lot of people to know that she was ill," she said. 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After The Parkers ended, she went on to appear in shows like HBO's Def Comedy Jam and Fox Network shows. 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. As previously reported by NewsOne.com, Wilson was. Her last acting credit to date was in the 2017 film "The White Sistas. She had just told me about three weeks before she died: Im going to the family reunion with you, mama. Wilson loved the family gatherings in Mississippi. Wilson was best known for her role as Andell Wilkerson on UPN's "Moesha" and its spinoff "The Parkers," and also appeared in the movies "House Party 2," "House Party 3" and "Friday.". ", Andell was one of the characters taken to Moeshas spin-off The Parkers. When the show came to its end, Wilson appeared in a few other Fox Networks projects, but her last acting role was in 2005s Ganked., Yvette Wilson on November 17, 2003 in Hollywood, California | Source: Getty Images. 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. Life is short, so cherish yours.". Her big break came with Thea, a short-lived sitcom from 1993 to 1994. Ray actor Jamie Foxx tweeted: "God bless u Yvette Wilson. Ware said a recurring comment made was that Wilson did not accept no for an answer. Find your friends on Facebook. About 300 people flocked to the Regency West located in the Crenshaw District of Los Angeles, the place where she started out in comedy. 1964. 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. Starring MoNique and Countess Vaughn, the sitcom followed a single mother and her daughter as they worked to create a better life while balancing everyday struggles. 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. But thats just the way I feel about it. Wilson is survived by two adult daughters, two grandsons, her mother, sister, and brother, and many more relatives spread throughout the US. See Photos. We collect and tell stories of people from all around the world. They said if something could not be done one way, she would find another way, Ware said. At the time of her death, she was 48 years old. DeSantis won't say he's running. 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