Iyanla vanzant biography lost daughter

Iyanla Vanzant has announced the death of her youngest daughter, Nisa Vanzant.

"It is with great sorrow that we announce the transition of Nisa Vanzant the youngest daughter of our Beloved Iyanla Vanzant,” a post shared on the life coach's Instagram said on Sunday. 

“We are asking for your prayers. Please respect the privacy of her and her family at this time. Thank you," the message continued. A photo was posted with the announcement, in which a burning white candle appeared alongside the words, "Nisa Vanzant 1974-2023."

No further details on the circumstances surrounding Nisa's death have been shared. 

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The death of Iyanla's daughter comes 20 years after her daughter Gemmia died at the age of 32 from colon cancer on Christmas Day in 2003.