Reality TV star Brooke Bailey, of Basketball Wives’ fame, is mourning the loss of her daughter, Kayla Bailey.
Brooke, 45, took to her Instagram on Sunday to share a slideshow of snapshots of her daughter, including a few family photos and some heartbreaking baby pics.
She paid tribute to Kayla in the caption, while revealing the news of the 25-year-old’s tragic death to the public.
“Forever my baby, Pretty Black aka Kayla Nicole Bailey,” Brooke wrote. “This is not a goodbye. Mommy will see you soon.”
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Brooke also changed the bio in her Instagram, adding another tribute to her daughter, writing, “FOREVER 💜🕊Kayla Nicole Bailey 3/2/97-9/25/22 #PrettyBlack.”
Kayla’s cause of death was not revealed, but many are saying she may have passed away from complications brought on by a recent car crash. Brooke seems to confirm this theory when she reposted an article from a “Basketball Wives” fan account that claimed Kayla died following a car accident on Sunday in Memphis.
“Kayla left a mark on so many lives,” Brooke said Sunday. “She entered the room and demanded respect, love and attention.”
“If you had the pleasure of meeting her and being friends with her, she has forever changed your life.”
According to her social media Kayla was a certified hairstylist who ran her business in Memphis, TN.
Fans and fellow celebrities proceeded to offer well wishes within her comment section, with fellow Basketball Wives alum Jennifer Williams writing, “Love you Brooke, condolences ??.”
Real Housewives of Atlanta alum Porsha Williams added, “Jesus?? I’m praying for you ! Sorry for your loss.” Actress/ Love & Hip Hop star Erika Pinkett offered, “I’m so sorry queen ?????? May God cover you and give you the strength needed during this trying time. ????????❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️.”
Fellow Love & Hip-Hop star Tammy Rivera also chimed in to share her condolences.
“Omg beautiful I’m sooooo sorry!” Rivera wrote. “My prayers are with you. I’m lifting