The former 'Wild 'N Out' star, who shared three children with the comedian, passed away on Wednesday, May 31 in Miami after posting a picture of her getting ready for a 'mommy makeover.'
- Jun 2, 2023
AceShowbiz - DC Young Fly is in mourning now. The comedian's longtime partner and baby mama Ms Jacky Oh! has passed away at the age of 33. The former "Wild 'N Out" star died on Wednesday, May 31 in Miami, days after reportedly undergoing cosmetic procedure.
Jacky's family has confirmed the sad news. "It is with sadden (sic) hearts we share with you that Jakclyn aka MsJackyOh has passed away on Wednesday, May 31st 2023," the Smith family said in a statement. "Our family is still processing this very tragic and unexpected loss; we ask that you please give us privacy during this time."
Circumstances surrounding her death are still unknown, but days before her passing, Jacky posted on her Instagram page a picture of her posing with Zachary Okhah, MD or better known as Dr. Zach. In the since-deleted post, she let her followers know that she flew to Miami to get a "mommy makeover." She wrote in the caption, "Getting ready for my mommy makeover with Dr. Zach!! Stay tuned to my YouTube for the full reveal!"
According to TMZ, DC was in Atlanta shooting new episodes of "Nick Cannon Presents: Wild 'n Out" when he got the news of his partner's passing. The show has posted a tribute to Jacky on its official Instagram page. "We are deeply saddened by the passing of Jacklyn Smith, known to the world as Jacky Oh, a talented Wild N' Out family member whose impact will be forever treasured and missed," the statement by a BET Media Group Spokesperson read.
It continued, "Jacky Oh was a loving friend and beloved colleague of the Wild N' Out cast throughout five seasons. More importantly, she was a tremendous mother to three beautiful children. The BET Media Group extends our sincere condolences to the Smith family, DC Young Fly, B. Simone, Nick Cannon, and all friends who loved and cared for Jacky Oh during this difficult time."
Jacky and DC, born John Whitfield, met in 2015 on the set of the hit MTV comedy show. She was already being featured as one of the show's "Wild 'N Out" girls at the time DC made his debut on the Nick Cannon-created series. Jacky was no longer on "WNO" at the time of her death. She launched her own lip gloss line called the J Nova Collection. She and DC had 3 children together, daughters Nova and Nala, and son Prince who was just born last year.
