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Jacky Oh’s Partner DC Young Fly Speaks After Her Sudden Death

Wild Nโ€™ Out's DC Young Fly comments about the tragic passing of Jacky Oh, the mother of his three children.

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This story was updated 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 3, 2023

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The sudden death of former Wild Nโ€™ Out star Jacky Oh still has everyone in shock. Now, we hear from her longtime partner DC Young Fly who was reportedly filming Wild Nโ€™ Out when he got the news of his partnerโ€™s death.

Jacky Oh had been with DC Young Fly since 2015, shortly after meeting on the set of Wild Nโ€™ Out. The pair shared three children, Nova, Nala and Prince.

DC Young Fly, whose real name is John Whitfield, shared his deep sorrow in a statement he shared on Instagram: โ€œWe thank everyone for their well wishes and ask for privacy during this difficult time.โ€

On Thursday (June 1), the news broke that Jacky Oh had suddenly passed away at 32. Jacky, who was born Jacklyn Smith, allegedly died in Miami. The star had traveled there to undergo a โ€œmommy makeoverโ€ surgery, a since-deleted social media post revealed.

However, Jackyโ€™s cause of death is not known, so we wonโ€™t speculate here. Jackyโ€™s passing has been met with moving messages from a number of celebrities.

Here are a few of their reactions.

Wild Nโ€™ Out

https://twitter.com/WildNOut/status/1664393598014554115

The official page for Wild Nโ€™ Out paid homage to Jacky Oh by writing: โ€œWe are deeply saddened by the passing of Jacklyn Smith, known to the world as Jacky Oh, a talented Wild Nโ€™ Out family member whose impact will be forever treasured and missed. Jacky Oh was a loving friend & beloved colleague of the Wild Nโ€™ Out cast throughout five seasons. More importantly, she was a tremendous mother to three beautiful children.โ€

Cardi B

Screenshot: Instagram

In her Instagram stories, Cardi B posted a photo of Jacky with her three children and captioned the image: โ€œMy heart hurt for them beautiful babies.โ€

A Fan Mourns Jacky

https://twitter.com/shaiboyardee/status/1664380169388163072

Twitter user @shaiboyardee wrote about the Jackyโ€™s sudden death: โ€œThis devastating ass news about Jackyoh really has me beside myself. Beautiful family, and couple man. This is just So so so sad! Prayers for DC young Fly and their kids man.โ€

Loni Love

On Instagram, comedian Loni Love stated that DC Young Fly has community surrounding him during this difficult time. โ€œIโ€™m am so sad and shocked to learn of the passing of @msjackyoh .. she was a beautiful and positive light to her family..โ€ Love wrote. โ€œJust know we in the comedy community will do everything we can to help @dcyoungfly with those beautiful babiesโ€ฆ please pray for the family .. we got you DC ..โ€

Fan Loved Jackyโ€™s Genuine Vibe

https://twitter.com/NinaSamone9/status/1664465638541107200

On Twitter, user @NinaSamone9 loved Jackyโ€™s warmth and authenticity: โ€œSo saddened to hear about the passing of Ms. JackyOh. Fell in love with her and her family on YT,โ€ they wrote. โ€œHer vibe always genuine and down to earth. Naturally funny too, which is why I picked this video. Prayers for DC, her 3 beautiful children and family.โ€

Odell Beckham Jr.

Screenshot: TMZ

Odell Beckham Jr. paid homage to Smith by sharing her familyโ€™s statement on his Instagram story. Alongside a photo of Smith, he captioned the image with the phrase โ€œRest Easy Angel.โ€

Fan Says โ€œMay Her Soul Rest In Powerโ€

https://twitter.com/4ortunefame/status/1664540888394080257

A fan shared a video compilation of moments from Jackyโ€™s life and captioned it: โ€œIn loving memory of a great mom and partner.. Jacklyn Smith A family compilation made by Jacky Oh showcasing her family.. as she took pictures of her, DC Youngfly and their children.. May her soul Rest In Power.โ€

Deelishis

Reality star Deelishis took to Instagram to express her sorrow and to say sheโ€™s keeping DC Young Fly in her prayers: โ€œI swear I hate this for you DC ,โ€ she wrote. โ€œI know you know God @dcyoungfly and I pray that you hold onto him with all of your being and that he gives you and your family comfort and strength during this difficult time. Jacky was a beautiful person, always kind and upbeat and a wonderful Mother who loved and adored her children. She will be missed dearly by so many ...I pray her beautiful soul rests peacefully with God.โ€

Fan Sends Prayers To Jackyโ€™s Loved Ones

https://twitter.com/JenniferMean/status/1664469307760291842

On Twitter, @JenniferMean wrote: โ€œMs Jacky Oh you really are DC Young Flyโ€™s other half. Your babies will forever love you. You showed the world what itโ€™s like to be beautiful, intelligent, supportive, a mom, an entrepreneur and more. Sending prayers to all of your loved ones during this time. R.I.P. Jacklyn Smith.

DL Hughley

On Instagram, comedian and actor DL Hughley sent love to DC Young Fly: โ€œMy heart breaks for my young brother @dcyoungfly and his children. What you see on TV is only a sliver of who this young brother is. He is a strong, solid, determined young man of faith,โ€ Hughley wrote. โ€œHeโ€™s a family man, which is why this cuts so deep. We love you, my family and I send every ounce of love we have and prayers for strength to you and your family through this time. Stay strong in your faith brother.โ€

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