Radio host Robin Ayers dies at age 44

Radio host Robin Ayers has died. She was 44.

Ayers — who was a well-known entertainment reporter and radio host on KBLA 1580 Talk Radio — died Thursday, Dec. 5, it has been announced.

“It is with deep sadness that KBLA Talk 1580 announces the passing of our beloved colleague Robin Ayers,” KBLA Radio host Tavis Smiley confirmed on behalf of Ayers’ family in a declaration on X (formerly Twitter).

“Robin was a bright light. You could see her beaming smile through the radio. We all respected her enormous talent, loved her jovial spirit,” he added.

Ayers joined KBLA Radio in March 2022, according to her LinkedIn page. There she hosted the show The RA Report with Robin Ayers from Monday to Friday, covering entertainment news and interviewing celebrity guests.

Before joining the radio station, Ayers worked as a reporter and entertainment correspondent for the news outlet EURweb for three and a half years.

Outlet wrote in a declaration on its website: “With heavy hearts, the entertainment journalism community mourns the passing of Robin Ayers. Robin, known for his vivacious personality and passion for storytelling, passed away and left a significant void in the world of entertainment journalism and television.”

EURweb founder and publisher, Lee Bailey, said: “I am deeply saddened by the passing of Robin Ayers. Her passion for storytelling and unwavering commitment to truth brought depth and authenticity to her work. She was not just a colleague but a friend, and her impact on EURweb and the lives she touched will never be forgotten.”

According to SpeakerHUB, per SportskeedaAyers also appeared on the BET, OWN Network and Fox networks. She was also a former contributor to the celebrity news outlet The Jasmine brand and co-hosted the podcast show Afterbuzz TV.

A cause of death for Ayers has not yet been revealed.

She is survived by her husband Rob and twin daughters Brooklyn and Madison.

KBLA is currently planning a memorial for Ayers, according to EURWeb.

PEOPLE has reached out to Ayers’ team for further comment at this time.

Basketball Wives star Laura Govan posted a tribute to her friend Ayers on her Instagram Stories. “One thing I am NOT good at is Death! Especially when it’s near and dear, I’m having a hard time with this one, I LOVE YOU I’ll miss you friend ,” she wrote, sharing a photo of the pair.

Comedian Jay Pharoah wrote in the comments section of Ayers’ last Instagram post, shared six days ago, “Heartbroken, I pray to see you again one day in the kingdom my sister, Rest in Peace .”

“Thank you for always being so sweet. What an example of true authenticity. Rest Robin ,” Hollywood Unlocked host Jason Lee added.