Ananda Lewis was more than a media icon—she was a mirror, a mentor, and a movement. Black women reflect on her lasting impact ...

Television personality Ananda Lewis passed away on Wednesday, June 11 after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was 52. “As the host of BET’s ‘Teen Summit,’ she didn’t just lead ...

Since her passing on June 11, 2025, the outpouring of love has been both staggering and affirming. Tributes came from ...

Through her work on the network’s show “TRL” and BET’s “Teen Summit,” she stirred a passion for current events among young ...

Ananda Lewis, MTV VJ and host of 'While You Were Out', passed away at age 52. She brought pop culture and journalism together ...

The beloved television personality and host of BET's Teen Summit wanted other women to learn from her mistakes.

CNN anchor Sara Sidner and CNN correspondent Stephanie Elam tearfully mourned the death of their close friend, former MTV VJ Ananda Lewis.

As a Black female voice in media, Ananda Lewis’s impact broke many invisible barriers, challenging stereotypes and paving the ...

Stephanie Elam is sharing insight into her friendship with the late Ananda Lewis. The former MTV VJ and talk show host died at age 52 following a lengthy battle with breast cancer. On Friday, the ...

Former MTV VJ Ananda Lewis’ dying wish has been revealed by her family. Ananda hoped to live until her son’s middle school graduation day. Her sister, Lakshmi Lewis, confirmed to Entertainment ...

Ananda Lewis’ sister, Lakshmi Emory, revealed the former MTV host fulfilled her final wish before she died on June 11 following her battle with breast cancer.

CNN anchor Sara Sidner and correspondent Stephanie Elam remembered their friend Ananda Lewis during an emotional on-air tribute.