Khadiyah Lewis, Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta Star, Dies at 44
Khadiyah “KD” Lewis, best known for her role in Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, has passed away at 44. The news of her death was recently confirmed. She gained recognition for her appearance in a dramatic storyline with rapper Yung Joc and later became a supporting cast member in the fourth season of the reality TV series.
Here’s everything currently known about Khadiyah Lewis’ passing.
Khadiyah Lewis cause of death explained
Khadiyah “KD” Lewis passed away on May 30, 2025, at the age of 44. Her death was confirmed by her brother Jamaal “Jay” Lewis in a statement to The Shade Room on June 5. The exact cause of her death has not been made public.
Jay shared, “This is a deeply emotional and devastating time for our family. We are grateful for all the prayers, condolences, and kind words.” He also mentioned that a virtual memorial will be held via Zoom to honor her memory. According to the obituary, a funeral service is scheduled for June 11 at the Earl M. Temple Memorial Chapel in Oklahoma City.
Her younger brother, Elijah Inegbedion, also expressed his grief in a heartfelt Facebook post: “I’ve been lost for words these past few days. Trying to describe who you were and the mark you left feels impossible,” he said. “Long Live my sister Khadiyah Lewis. You created a legacy most people only dream of. Thank you for your love, your loyalty, and always standing by me.”
Khadiyah was featured in Seasons 3 and 4 of Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, where her romantic involvement with rapper Yung Joc took center stage. Beyond television, she introduced herself to her social media followers as a businesswoman, public speaker, consultant, accountant, and brand ambassador.
The Shade Room was the first to share news of her passing. Her family has asked for privacy and confirmed that no further details about the cause of death will be provided. Elijah ended his tribute with touching words: “You’ll forever be in my heart and on my mind. I love you.