Ananda Lewis, Former MTV VJ, Dead at 52

Ananda Lewis’ Cancer Battle: Inside the Late MTV Host’s Health Journey

Ananda Lewis died at the age of 52 following a battle with cancer. Learn about her health journey and the final years of her life.

'The Ananda Lewis Show' Host Dies at 52: Fans Remember Her Light & Legacy

Ananda Lewis, the beloved former MTV VJ and talk show host, has passed away at 52 after a long battle with breast cancer. Her sister Lakshmi confirmed the heartbreaking news on June 11 in a Facebook post, writing, “She’s free, and in His heavenly arms.” Ananda had gone public with her stage III diagnosis in 2020, admitting she delayed mammograms due to fears of radiation, a choice she deeply regretted. Her honesty helped spark health awareness a…

Ananda Lewis, former MTV VJ who shared breast cancer journey, has died at 52

(CNN) — Ananda Lewis, a former MTV VJ who connected a generation of music fans to their favorite celebrities in the network’s heyday, has died. She was 52. The news was confirmed by her sister Lakshmi Emory, who posted a tribute on Facebook. No further details were available. CNN has reached out to representatives for Lewis for further comment and information. Lewis had been battling breast cancer in recent years, recently speaking with CNN abou…

Ananda Lewis, Celebrated MTV VJ, Dead at 52

Ananda Lewis, a former MTV veejay during the late Nineties and who shared her breast cancer journey with fans, has died at the age of 52. Lewis’ death was confirmed on Wednesday in a Facebook post by her sister, Lakshmi Emory. Lewis revealed in 2020 that she had been diagnosed with stage III breast cancer. In her video announcement at the time, she urged women to practice early detection and to get mammograms. “I need you to share this with …

Ananda Lewis, Former MTV VJ, Dead at 52

Ananda Lewis, who joined MTV as a VJ on shows like Total Request Live and Hot Zone in the late ‘90s, has died at 52 after a years-long battle with breast cancer, according to her sister.

Former MTV VJ Ananda Lewis dead at 52

Ananda Lewis's sister Lakshmi announced the former "Total Request Live" host's death in a Facebook post on Wednesday.