Sad news has hit the Atlanta News scene. Long time WSB-TV news anchor Jovita Moore is dead. She was 54 years old at the time of her untimely death.
How Did Jovita Moore Die?
According to reports Jovita Moore’s cause of death is brain cancer. 6 months ago she had brain surgery to remove two brain tumors that was supposed to save her life, but unfortunately it was a battle she couldn’t win. The 5 year survival rate of brain cancer for someone in Jovita Moore’s age group is less than 20%, making it a very deadly form of cancer.
Celebrities React to Jovita Moore Dead
Jovita Moore was truly a gem in the Atlanta community. She was beloved by fans who watched her at home, and Celebrities in Hollywood. Naturally her passing has evoked many strong emotions on social media.
Take a look at some Sports franchises and Celebrity reactions to Jovita Moore’s death.
Mario Boone reacted to Jovita Moore dying with a heartfelt message saying,
“Sad news just in to me. Legendary journalist and wsb-tv main anchor Jovita Moore has passed away three months after brain cancer diagnosis.”
Tyler Perry reacted to Jovita Moore’s death with a message conveying how strong of a woman she was. In his statement he said,
“Jovita Moore We know you fought with all you had! I will miss your beautiful smile and warm laughter, let alone seeing you in my living room everyday. You will be missed greatly my friend. Many heartfelt prayers to your family. May your soul travel well! Life is but a moment.”
The Atlanta Falcons paid homage to Jovita Moore’s death with a message saying,
“A beloved member of the Atlanta community. Rest In Peace, Jovita Moore.”
Jovita Moore’s Last Tweet Before She Died Shows Her Great Character
Jovita Moore was truly a TV personality that cared about others. There is much evidence to support that statement. One example is Jovita Moore’s last tweet before her death where she was urging people to help victims of a tornado. The tweet is from back in April around the time she had brain surgery. She never posted anything after this.
Jovita Moore also worked with the youth in her community, to make sure they were on path to have successful futures.
Jovita Moore’s Legacy and Career
Jovita Moore’s career as an on-air news anchor started in 1998 when she was 31 years old. For 23 years she provided a warming presence for WSB-TV that people fell in love with. She quickly became one of the most well known, and profound faces in the Atlanta Community. The major highlight of her career was winning an Emmy Award.
RIP Jovita Moore.
Author: JordanThrilla Staff
