Actress Erica Ash — well-known from one of many ‘Scary Film’ movies and “Survivor’s Regret” — has died … this in accordance with her household.
Her mom, Diann Ash, tells TMZ … “We’re deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved daughter, sister, and pal Erica Chantal Ash (1977-2024). After an extended and brave battle with most cancers, she transitioned peacefully surrounded by her family members.”
She provides, “Erica was an incredible girl and gifted entertainer who touched numerous lives together with her sharp wit, humor, and real zest for all times. Her reminiscence will reside eternally in our hearts. In honor of Erica’ reminiscence, the household asks that any donations be made to the Susan G. Komen Most cancers Basis or the Breast Most cancers Basis of your selection. We’re grateful for the sort expressions of affection and help throughout this tough time.”
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Erica’s good pal and fellow comic/former cohost Loni Love was the primary one to substantiate the information in a tribute on IG. She wrote partly … “She would put her all into her work. She would all the time simply be there.. now she’s gone.. My honest condolences to her household and followers.”
Whereas Erica was born in Florida, she lived in numerous areas rising up — together with Germany — as her mother and father had been each within the army. She began her performing profession at a performing arts faculty in Atlanta, Georgia … the place she stayed for faculty when she attended Emory College.
Erica’s first huge break was on Emblem’s “The Large Homosexual Sketch Present,” which was produced by Rosie O’Donnell. She appeared on the present alongside Colman Domingo, Kate McKinnon, Stephen Guarino and extra.
Erica then joined “MadTV” in its 14th and remaining season in 2008, however nonetheless made a splash together with her movie star impressions — together with Naomi Campbell, Whoopi Goldberg, Mo’Nique, Michelle Obama, amongst others.
Her different notable TV and movie credit embrace “Actual Husbands of Hollywood,” “In Contempt,” “Scary Film V,” “Uncle Drew,” and “We Have a Ghost.”
She was solely 46.
RIP
