Erica Ash of MadTV dead at 46

“MadTV” star Erica Ash has died at the age of 46.

Loni Love broke the news.

On Monday, Love took to social media to pay tribute to her friend, star of ‘Survivor’s Remorse.”

.“I am sad to confirm my friend and fellow actress Erica Ashe’s passing…. Erica was talented and hilarious whether it was the show “Survivor’s Remorse” or “Madtv” she would put her all into her work,” Love wrote. “She would always just be there.. now she’s gone.. My sincere condolences to her family and fans.”

BET also paid tribute to Ash in an Instagram post on Monday.

“Today, #BETRemembers actress and comedienne Erica Ash who has passed away at the age of 46,” the post’s caption reads. “Known for being equal parts witty and funny, Erica starred in BET favorites such as legal drama ‘In Contempt’ and reality spoof ‘Real Husbands of Hollywood.’ We send our deepest condolences and love to her parents, siblings, friends, and family. Fly high Queen.”

Ash’s cause of death and the date she passed away have not been made public.

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