The Atlanta entertainment community is mourning the loss of renowned radio host Wanda Smith, who passed away on Saturday, just one day after celebrating her birthday. Smith’s passing was announced by Rick Caffey, Senior Vice President and Market Manager of Atlanta’s V-103 radio.
Tributes Pour In
“Our hearts are weighing heavier today as we grieve the loss of our beloved Wanda Smith, someone who always made us smile and was a big part of V-103 for years,” Caffey shared on Instagram. “We extend our deepest prayers and condolences to her family.”
A Legacy in Radio
Smith co-hosted the popular “Frank and Wanda in the Morning” show on V-103 (WVEE-FM) from 1998 to 2019, taking only a brief hiatus in 2013. She returned in 2014 to co-host alongside Ryan Cameron.
Comedy and Acting Career
Aside from her radio work, Smith was a talented comedian and writer:
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Credited writer for TV series “Def Comedy Jam” and BET’s “Comicview”
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Weekly performer at Atlanta Comedy Theater in Norcross
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Appeared in films like Tyler Perry’s “Madea Goes to Jail” and “Madea’s Witness Protection”
Family and Legacy
Wanda Smith is survived by:
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Husband LaMorris Sellers
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Three children
Cause of Death
A cause of death has not been released.
Remembering Wanda Smith
Wanda Smith’s impact on Atlanta’s entertainment scene will be deeply missed. Her legacy in radio, comedy, and acting continues to inspire and bring joy to those who knew her.