‘Uncle Drew’ Actress Erica Ash Passes at 46

Her family mourns the passing of the actress, remembering her as “an amazing woman and talented entertainer who touched countless lives with her sharp humor.”

Erica Ash in 'Love On a Two Way Street'. Photo: Octet Productions.

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Actress Erica Ash has died aged 46 after a long battle with cancer
She was best known for her role as Brigette Hart on ‘Real Husbands of Hollywood’
Ash also appeared in films such as ‘Survivor’s Remorse’ and ‘Scary Movie 5’

Actress Erica Ash of ‘Real Husbands of Hollywood’ and ‘Survivor’s Remorse’ has passed away on Sunday after a long battle with cancer. She was 46.

Ash had a successful career in comedic roles in shows such as ‘Real Husbands of Hollywood’ where she played Kevin Hart's ex-wife Brigette Hart. The spoof mockumentary-style show was created by Kevin Hart and was originally born out of a skit on BET Awards, offering a satire take on Hollywood couples.

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Remembering Erica Ash

(Far Right) Erica Ash in 'Uncle Drew'. Photo: Lionsgate.

Her lengthy resume also includes appearances on shows such as the Fox sketch comedy ‘Mad TV’, Starz’s comedy-drama ‘Survivor’s Remorse', and the BET drama ‘In Contempt’ as public defender Gwen Sullivan.

Her family remembers Ash as ‘an amazing woman and talented entertainer who touched countless lives with her sharp wit, humor, and genuine zest for life,”

“Erica was an amazing woman and talented entertainer who touched countless lives with her sharp wit, humor, and genuine zest for life. Her memory will live eternally in our hearts.”

Fellow comedian and friend Loni Love paid tribute to the Ash on her Instagram, writing “Erica was talented and hilarious whether it was the show ‘Survivor's Remorse’ or ‘Mad TV’ she would put her all into her work.”

BET and SAG-AFTRA have also taken to social media to remember the star:

#BETRemembers: Actress and comedienne Erica Ash has passed away at the age of 46. Known for her roles on BET's "Real Husbands of Hollywood" and "In Contempt," she will truly be missed. Condolences to her family. ?️ https://t.co/g37KcKwbSu
— BET (@BET) July 29, 2024

We mourn the loss of talented @sagaftra member Erica Ash. Erica was known for her role in ‘Survivor’s Remorse’ and appearances on ‘MADtv,’ ‘The Big Gay Sketch Show,’ and more. Our hearts go out to her family, friends, and fans. https://t.co/nX2dqP5Kwr
— SAG-AFTRA Foundation (@sagaftraFOUND) July 29, 2024

Erica Ash's Career

Cast of 'The Big Gay Sketch Show'. Photo: Logo TV.

The actress began gaining attention after her appearance on Logo’s ‘The Big Gay Sketch Show,’ produced by Rosie O’Donnell. Her resume also includes roles in films such as ‘Scary Movie V,’ ‘Uncle Drew,’ ‘The Big Bend,’ and ‘Violet’. In television, she also played Mary Charles “M-Chuck” Calloway, half-sister of Cam Calloway (Jessie T. Usher) in ‘Survivor’s Remorse’ for four seasons. Ash’s resume also includes roles on ‘Cold Case,’ ‘Shades of Blue,’ ‘A Black Lady Sketch Show' and 'Family Reunion,’ as well as the films ‘Kristy,’ ‘Jeans of the Joneses,’ and ‘The Outlaw Johnny Black.’

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Born in Florida on September 19, 1977, Erica Chantal Ash attended Emory University to study medicine. While traveling to Japan during a break from school, she “fell into a background singing gig my first week here”, the actress told LA Times in 2017. The actress also worked on Broadway in ‘Baby It’s You!’ in 2011, featuring music from The Shirelles.

In remembrance of the actress, Ash’s family asks for any donations to be made out to the Susan G. Komen Cancer Foundation or the Breast Cancer Foundation of your choice, “We are grateful for the kind expressions of love and support during this difficult time."