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CNN reporter holds back tears recalling final moments before death of MTV VJ Ananda Lewis
CNN anchor Sara Sidner and CNN correspondent Stephanie Elam tearfully mourned the death of their close friend, former MTV VJ ...
Ananda Lewis, former MTV and BET host who publicly shared breast cancer journey, dies
Ananda Lewis, the former MTV and BET host who became a beloved television personality in the 1990s with her warmth and ...
CNN anchors break down on air sharing last message from late MTV VJ Ananda Lewis
Sara Sidner and Stephanie Elam both held back tears as they paid tribute to their late colleague and friend. CNN's Sara ...
Kelly Rowland Pays Tribute to Late MTV VJ Ananda Lewis: 'An ALL Around Cool, Beautiful, FLY Woman!'
Kelly Rowland pays tribute to former MTV VJ Ananda Lewis, who died of breast cancer on Wednesday, June 11. ""I have the most ...
MTV’s Ananda Lewis Was a Throwback and a Trailblazer, All in One
She did it all, impeccably,” writes Gideon Yago of his late former colleague, who died this week at the age of 52.
Ananda Lewis Broke Barriers As An MTV VJ. Her Life, Cut Short At 52, Should Be Celebrated
As a Black female voice in media, Ananda Lewis’s impact broke many invisible barriers, challenging stereotypes and paving the ...
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Ananda Lewis’ sister reveals former MTV VJ’s dying wish
Ananda Lewis had one dying wish before her heartbreaking passing. Lakshmi Emory, Lewis’ sister, said that the former MTV ...
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Ananda Lewis’ Final Text To Best Friend Stephanie Elam Reveals Peaceful Goodbye
Her close friend, CNN correspondent Stephanie Elam, shared an emotional tribute during a CNN interview, revealing the final text message Ananda sent her before her passing. In the message, Lewis ...
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The Original It Girl: Remembering Ananda Lewis
Ananda Lewis, the beloved and trailblazing former Teen Summit and TRL host, died on June 11, 2025, after a brave battle with ...