The reality star also seemingly addressed the news via Instagram on Sunday after she posted an image that simply read Broken with a broken heart emoji and prayer hands emoji. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. After a long battle with cancer, Gregg Leakes has passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by all of his children, very close loved ones and wife Nene Leakes." In the days following Gregg's passing, Nene and her family have received an outpouring of support from fans, loved ones, and members of the Bravo family. After a long battle with cancer, Gregg Leakes has passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by all of his children, very close loved ones and wife NeNe The Bravo universe is coming out in full support of NeNe Leakes after the death of her husband, Gregg. I LOVE GREGG SO MUCH AND MISS HIM A LOT I will continue to be strong and celebrate his life, she wrote. ", The rep adds, "We ask that you pray for peace and strength over their family & allow them to mourn in private during this very very difficult time.". The evening included soulful and inspirational performances by Keke Wyatt and gospel singers Yolanda Adams, Kim Burrell and LeAndria Johnson. I'ma single mom, I didn't plan to be that. A clip followed that showed Brentt dancing and singing among friends. Kenya shared photos from the event in her Instagram Stories, below, showing her sitting with Eva, Marlo, and Phaedra as they paid their respects. I am sending love and strength to @neneleakes & the entire Leakes family, So sorry. (The rest of the pictures will be in my story). As we revealed earlier today, he passed away at the age of 66 due to cancer. Former castmates of Nene Leakes reunited earlier this week at a memorial service for her late husband, Gregg Leakes, after his death due to colon cancer. Mr. Gregg Leakes was a businessman who was the husband of NeNe Leakes, a star of Real Housewives of Atlanta.. "I'm not 20, I'm not 17. In the video, the couple dances together to Johnny Gills song It Would Be You., On Wednesday, NeNe and Greggs publicist confirmed his death in an official statement. NeNe, 53, joined her co-stars Marlo Hampton and Phaedra Parks for a celebration of her late husband's life at her Atlanta nightclub on Monday. "Today we celebrate you Gregg with love, just the way you wanted it," she wrote in the post. Kenya Moore is reflecting on the late Gregg Leakes after joining her fellow Real Housewives of Atlanta castmates, past and present, at his memorial over the weekend. Moore opened up to ET about the touching service and why despite in-fighting among the cast, it was a "no-brainer" for her to attend. "I was there to support. According to HollywoodLife, Ernest Dukes a publicist for the family announced the sad news in a statement to the outlet. The Daily Dish is your source for all things Bravo, from behind-the-scenes scoop to breaking news, exclusive interviews, photos, original videos, and, oh, so much more. "Today the Leakes family is in deep pain with a broken heart. He will be cremated. News App. She told patrons that her husband was transitioning to the other side and asked for love. Stars hit the red carpet at the BAFTA Film Awards 2023! TMZ reports a funeral will not be held, at Gregs request, though there will be a celebration of life at some point. Link your TV provider to stream full episodes and live TV. Time is so Fu**ing valuable dog. Get breaking news alerts& today's headlines inyour inbox. NeNe Leakes is reflecting on her 25-year relationship with late husband Gregg Leakes and finding comfort in the conversations they shared days before his death . Check out the hottest fashion, photos, movies and TV shows! Spend time with your loved ones every chance you get, he allegedly wrote via a since-expired Instagram Story. I am heartbroken over the passing of Gregg Leakes, a wonderful man. We're told he wanted to be cremated, and NeNe and co. are honoring that wish. In a video shared with TMZ, Nene Leakes explains her husband was "transitioning to the other side" at Linnethia Lounge in Duluth. Advertisement Porsha also shared a photo in her Instagram Stories that showed her at the celebration of life with Nene, Shamea Morton, and Phaedra, who also posted a pic from the memorial, honoring Gregg in her caption with lyrics from The Spinners' song "I'll Be Around": "Whenever you call me-Ill be there, whenever you need me-Ill be there, I will always be around@neneleakes#RIH@greggleakes. News. However, after nearly two decades their relationship became tumultuous and in 2011 they filed for divorce. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheSunUS and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunUS, Today's Savannah Guthrie abruptly leaves show after scary new medical diagnosis, Sam Champion says final goodbye to colleague with touching tribute, Priscilla Presley will be 'leading the charge' for Elvis movie at Oscars, 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, NeNe held a memorial for Gregg at her nightclub, The TV personality passed on September 1st, NeNe danced and sang alongside friends in his memory, NeNe shared a throwback video of their last dance together, RHOAs NeNe Leakes dances while kissing husband Gregg in emotional throwback after his tragic death from colon cancer, Brentt threw a party at the family's lounge. The businessman denied any wrongdoing and blamed it on Nene not being available and him needing someone to talk to. He said, Today the Leakes family is in deep pain with a broken heart. See how stars are getting in the holiday spirit! Nene Leakes was surrounded by love as she celebrated the life and legacy of her late husband, Gregg Leakes. TMZ reports a funeral will not be held, at Greggs request, though there will be a celebration of life at some point. By subscribing, I agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use, 2023 EHM PRODUCTIONS,INC. "Damn I miss my daddy," Brentt wrote in the post. He will be cremated. Gregg Leakes has experienced both many highs and lows since his cancer diagnosis in 2018. 2023 FOX Television Stations, BEVERLY HILLS, CA - SEPTEMBER 17: NeNe Leakes and Gregg Leakes attend the 5th annual Women Making History Brunch at Montage Beverly Hills on September 17, 2016 in Beverly Hills, California. Friends and family gathered for a private memorial service at Nene's Linnethia Lounge in Duluth, Georgia on September 6, according to E! I lost my grandmother, my inspiration, like, fouryears ago, who introduced me to dance," Moore said. They personally asked me to produce their wedding special b/c we were family. The young star documented the event on his Instagram stories, where he told friends: Come celebrate my dads life tonight. Ahead of the Sept. 6 service, NeNe promised Gregg's last wishes would be honored. If my work here is finished here, take care of them, lets go. from an episode of Real Housewives of Atlanta, Nene and Greggs love was such an integral part of #RHOA No other couple in housewives history is as iconic as this duo. Nene also shared photos from the memorial in her Instagram Stories, confirming even more members of the Bravo family who came out to pay their respects, including Charrisse Jackson-Jordan, Drew Sidora and husband Ralph Pittman, Apollo Nida and fiance Sherien Almufti, Peter Thomas, Porsha's fianc Simon Guobadia, Derek J, Tanya Sam, Kim and Kroy Biermann, Mariah and Dr. Aydin Huq, and Dr. Jackie Walters. Moore is certainly afighter in both her personal life and on the dance floor, and she plans to channel some of that strong spirit in her dances, despite the personal challenges she's facing, namely her divorce from husband, Marc Daly, with whom she shares 2-year-old daughter, Brooklyn. Quoted by CNN, the New York Times, and Macleans. NeNe and Gregg Leakes/Photo courtesy of Yahoo! "I've got the heart. Gregg was married to former Real Housewives of Atlanta star NeNe Leakes. Leakes lost his battle with colon cancer on Sept. 1. Packed Packed Packed!" Leakes lost his battle with colon cancer on Sept. 1. Phaedra shared a photo from the memorial to Instagram, which she captioned, "Whenever you call me-I'll be there, whenever you need me-I'll be there, I will always be around @neneleakes #RIH @greggleakes #GreggLeakes. Gregg passed away last month at age 66 following a battle with colon cancer. After a long battle with cancer, Gregg Leakes has passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by all of his children, very close loved ones and wife Nene Leakes.. All Rights Reserved. Were separated, it could be anybody. WebAfter a long battle with cancer, Gregg Leakes has passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by all of his children, very close loved ones and wife Nene Leakes. I jokingly called him Pastor Leakes but in truth he was a strong voice of reason & commanded great respect among the entire #RHOA team. A statement from the family's publicist to TMZ said, "Today the Leakes family is in deep pain with a broken heart. The event to celebrate Leakes life was held at Atlanta-based Linnethia Lounge, a restaurant owned by NeNe, and a number of Real Housewives of Atlanta castmates showed up to support their friend in the midst of her grief. Sign up here for exclusive access to all your favorite celebrities The TV personality and her entourage dressed in all black while singing and dancing to songs in Memorium of Gregg. They were first married in 1997 but she filed for divorce from him in 2010. Gregg was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in 2018. After a long battle with cancer, Gregg Leakes has passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by all of his children, very close loved ones and wife Nene Leakes. If hes out on a date, then hes out on a date, honey. Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Nene has been honoring Gregg on her Instagram in the days following his passing, including sharing a romantic video of the couple on September 3 that simply featured a broken heart emoji in the caption. The news of Gregg's passing was something NeNe alluded to just over the weekend -- a video of her at a lounge in Georgia went viral because she called out some clubgoer who gave her a hard time for not publicly wishing them a happy birthday over the microphone. This will also be discussed during the reunion. At the time of his death, he was 66. "I am heartbroken over the passing of Gregg Leakes, a wonderful man. The celebration of life included performances fromTamar BraxtonandKeke Wyatt, as well as gospel singersLe'Andria Johnson,Kim Burrell andYolanda Adams. Gregg Leakes was diagnosed with colon cancer, which was covered in the Bravo series. I went over and prayed to God and I told Him, If its time, lets go. My daughter's almost three years old. The couple shares their son, Brent, who's in his 20s -- and also have kids from previous relationships. "Iwas there to support. I am sending love and strength to @neneleakes & the entire Leakes family". 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In partnership with Warner Bros. Entertainment, 2022 Emmy Nominee for Outstanding Entertainment News Program, NeNe Leakes Remembers Late Husband Gregg with Dancing Video. Though the business consultant faced his terrifying 2018 diagnosis of stage 3 cancer, he was declared in remission shortly after. And the family will honor his wishes. NeNe Leakes paid tribute to her late husband Gregg Leakes today with a video of the pair dancing. Subscribe to The Daily Dish podcast, join our Facebook group, and follow us on Instagramfor the latest news hot off the presses. Copyright 2023 OK!. Sources close to the family tell TMZ there won't be a funeral -- which is at Gregg's request. While some of the other contestants have age and a dance background on their side, Moore maintained that she has the passion to carry herself through the series. The longtime loves exchanged vows in 1997, but divorced in 2011. The Real Housewives of Atlanta star and her family have honored Gregg after his tragic passing on September 1st. What a celebration it was! NeNe and Gregg were married between 1997 and 2011, and then remarried in 2013. After a long battle with cancer, Gregg Leakes has passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by all of his children, very close loved ones and wife Nene Leakes." Dwayne Johnson Talks About The Change Black Adam Will Bring To DCEU In Detail, Comedienne MoNique Addresses Rumors Of Her Replacing Nene Leakes On RHOA Porsha Williams Chimes In, Anti-Donald Trump Republican Nicolle Wallace Is Dating Michael S. Schmidt Amid Divorce Rumors From Husband, Mark. The memorial also featured performances by Keke Wyatt, Yolanda Adams, Kim Burrell, andLe'Andria Johnson, according to ET. NeNe Leakes' husband Gregg Leakes has died at the age of 66 following a long battle with cancer. 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