Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
Entertainment
Jamie Roberts

DC Young Fly gives Jacky Oh emotional send off as doves are released at star's funeral

Ms Jacky Oh! was fondly remembered in an emotional funeral following the reality TV star's death at the age of 32.

Her partner and dad to her three kids, DC Young Fly shared the heartbreaking ceremony in a touching video on his Instagram page.

He insisted those in attendance made sure they gave her the perfect send off, captioning his upload: "Sent you off the right way mama. Love u forever. The kids gon be str8 and you kno GOD got us."

The video showed a number of large images of Jacky, including one of her wearing a Wild N Out t-shirt from her time on the hit show.

Other shots included sweet family images of Jacky, DC Young Fly - whose real name is John Whitfield - and their kids.

As the tearjerking video continued, followers got to see the white horse and carriage that was set to take Jacky in her coffin to her final resting place.

Large photos of Ms Jacky Oh were on display (@dcyoungfly/Instagram)
Photos of DC Young Fly and Jacky Oh were also on show (@dcyoungfly/Instagram)

It then showed as several people released white doves into the blue skies above. The clip played Nathan Grisdale's tune Heaven over the top of the images and video.

The star's celebration of life took place on the weekend in Atlanta. Outside of the church DC was surrounded by loved ones, while inside, her coffin was awash with beautiful pink and white roses.

DC gave a powerful speech, thanking everyone for their support in a powerful message about faith before he was seen kissing the coffin.

Days earlier, the reality TV star left an emotional post on social media calling Jacky "the greatest mother I know".

DC Young Fly released doves into the sky (@dcyoungfly/Instagram)
Her coffin was placed in a horse-drawn carriage (@dcyoungfly/Instagram)

Jacky's passing was confirmed in a statement by BET Media Group earlier this month. It read: "We are deeply saddened by the passing of Jacklyn Smith, known to the world as Jacky Oh, a talented Wild N' Out family member whose impact will be forever treasured and missed.

"Jacky Oh was a loving friend and beloved colleague of the Wild N' Out cast throughout five seasons. More importantly, she was a tremendous mother to three beautiful children.

"The BET Media Group extends our sincere condolences to the Smith family, DC Young Fly, B Simone, Nick Cannon, and all friends who loved and cared for Jacky Oh during this difficult time."

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.