Ariana DeBose mourns ‘warrior queen’ mother, Gina, who died of ovarian cancer

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Renowned actress Ariana DeBose is deeply grieving the passing of her mother, Gina Michelle DeBose, who succumbed to Stage 3 ovarian cancer at the age of 57.

Actress Ariana DeBose, well-known for her role in “West Side Story” and her work on Broadway, announced the passing of her mother on Instagram yesterday. She posted a series of pictures, spanning from DeBose’s childhood to her significant achievement at the Academy Awards in 2022 – a poignant reminder of their shared journey.

DeBose expressed an extremely high level of pride in her and her battle against this subtle illness for the past 3 years,” (written in a simpler, easier-to-understand manner)

34-year-old Ariana DeBose, in her touching tribute, mentioned that her mother was “her most cherished person, the most enthusiastic supporter, and the most rigorous critic all rolled into one.” The “Love Hurts” star shared how her mother tirelessly battled to foster her daughter’s dreams. She went on to say that every award she has received, including BAFTA, Critics’ Choice, and Golden Globe accolades, are equally a testament to her mother’s love and support.

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I’m deeply grieving the loss of my most cherished friend, my dear mother, Judy Loe – a renowned British actress. This week, she left us at the age of 78 after a long battle with cancer.

The actress mentioned that her mother, who had spent many years as a dedicated teacher in public schools, focused her life on educating the younger generation. She passionately championed arts education, she noted, and emphasized that the passing of Mrs. DeBose would have a profound effect on her mother’s community, as she was an incredibly powerful influence: “She was a colossal force.

A group of well-known celebrities like Quinta Brunson from “Abbott Elementary”, Yvonne Orji who was on “Insecure”, Julianne Hough, a former “Dancing With the Stars” professional, and fitness trainer Amanda Kloots showed their support for DeBose by commenting when she announced some news. Not only did DeBose express her grief over losing her mother, but she also pointed out various charities where people could donate in her mother’s memory.

What I’m most pleased about and hold dearest is making my mother proud, as expressed by DeBose. ‘I love you, Mommy.’ Now, soar among the oceans, breezes, and angels, much like you enjoyed doing, for that was always dear to your heart.

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2025-08-20 01:31