‘Showtime at the Apollo’ cohost Kiki Shepard dies at 74

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March 17, 2026

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Kiki Shepard, the longtime co-host of the popular variety show “Showtime at the Apollo,” has passed away at 74 years old. Kiki, born Chiquita Renee Shepard, died on March 16 from a massive heart attack, according to TMZ. Shepard’s representative LaShirl Smith confirmed the cause of death to the outlet saying that it was “completely […]