NATALIE Desselle-Reid is “dead at 53” as fellow actress Holly Robinson Peete seemed to confirm the news on Twitter.
The late star was known for various projects including Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Big Happy Family and her most well known role, the 1997 film B.A.P.S.
Holly took to Twitter and wrote: “Just absolutely decimated by this news…
Actress Natalie Desselle, a bright shining star passed away this morning.
“I got to know her when my mom was managing her. She will be so missed…sending out prayers to her children and husband.”
She added: “Rest In Peace, Sweet GirlFolded hands.”
Natalie’s passing was also confirmed on her Instagram as a statement was released on her behalf that read: “It is with extremely heavy hearts that we share the loss of our beautiful Natalie this morning.
“She was a bright light in this world. A queen. An extraordinary mother and wife. Her diverse career touched so many and she will be loved forever.”
It concluded: “Naturally, we are grieving and processing this profound loss and we thank you in advance for respecting our privacy at this extremely difficult time.”
People were quick to respond as one person said: “So very sorry to hear this. Praying for her family.”
Another added: “this is crazy omg. Rest in peace,” while one person chimed in, “Omg I was just here on this page over the weekend getting inspiration sad may her family heal.”
Aside from her roles on the big screen, the Louisiana native also found herself in numerous TV roles including Built To Last and the UPN series, Eve.
Natalie is survived by her husband, Leonard Reid, and their three daughters.
