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‘Forever My Baby’: ‘Basketball Wives’ Star Brooke Bailey’s Daughter Tragically Passes Away at 25 Years Old In Car Accident

Prayers are in order for “Basketball Wives” star Brooke Bailey, who announced the tragic passing of her daughter, Kayla Nicole Bailey. 

While confirmed details surrounding Bailey’s daughter’s cause of death have been minimal, some reports have stated the 25-year-old was involved in a fatal car accident early Sunday morning in Memphis. 

@Thevaultuncut on Instagram was first to cover the story, followed by Bailey, who confirmed the news Sunday night by putting her daughter’s birth range in her Instagram bio along with uploading a letter to her oldest child. 

“Forever my baby, Pretty Black aka Kayla Nicole Bailey. This is not a goodbye. Mommy will see you soon.” Bailey wrote. 

Bailey’s comment section quickly filled up with prayers and words of encouragement, many of Bailey’s “Basketball Wives” co-stars such as Brittish Williams and Brandi Maxiell commented under her post as well. 

“RIP Kayla we luv you baby girl!! I love you so much Brooke!! You are so strong and continue to trust in God to carry you through this storm sis!! We are all here for you and your family” Maxiell said. 

“RIH pretty girl! I love you Brooke.” Williams said. 

Other celebrities such as Tammy Rivera, Nicki Minaj and more all sent their condolences to Bailey. 

Rivera wrote, “Omg beautiful I’m sooo sorry! My prayers are with you I’m lifting your name high tonight in prayer.” 

Bailey’s second child and oldest son, Shumecio, posted a message to his older sister on Instagram that stated, “For years it’s been just us, but now that you’ve left me it’s just me.”

Although their family is grieving, the mom of three uploaded messages onto her Instagram story thanking everyone for their support through such a devastating time. 

“My baby girl is so loved by all of you!!! The love and support my family has received today is unreal and so appreciated.” Bailey constructed in one upload. 

She continued, “Thank you! Kayle left a mark on so many lives. She entered the room and demanded respect, love and attention.”

Bailey first appeared on Basketball Wives back in 2012, and was married to Ronnie Holland before divorcing him in 2022. The entrepreneur has also been romantically linked to NBA players Rashard Lewis and Vernon Macklin. 

The “My Life Herbs” owner returned to “Basketball Wives” for the show’s 10th season, which debuted this past May. 

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