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Yolanda “Londie” Favors died suddenly in August 2024 at the age of 34, just weeks before her birthday
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Porsha Williams shared the sad news about her late cousin with Phaedra Parks in a phone call that aired in the latest episode of The Real Housewives of Atlanta
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Londie was featured several times on the show and also appeared alongside Porsha in her 2021 spinoff series, Porsha’s Family Matters
The Real Housewives of Atlanta cast is paying tribute to Porsha Williams’ late cousin, Yolanda “Londie” Favors.
The latest episode of the Bravo show captured the ladies’ reactions to Londie’s unexpected death, which occurred in August 2024. In a brief phone call, an emotional Porsha revealed the “huge loss” to longtime friend and RHOA co-star Phaedra Parks.
“It just was so sudden, so difficult,” Porsha said. “Londie was just the most giving person you can ever think of. Loyal person, the most creative with her company. She did so much for my grandfather’s foundation. The most honest person you can ever think of.”
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Yolanda “Londie” Favors
Phaedra saw first-hand how close Londie was with Porsha and her family.
Phaedra noted that Londie, who was also featured in the Porsha’s Family Matters spinoff series from 2021 to 2022, was like a “little sister” to Porsha.
“I’m devastated because I know Londie was really the backbone of their family,” Phaedra continued in her confessional. “Very young, but just brilliant. I mean, a sweetheart, and I know Porsha is devastated.”
Just hours later, the women gathered for Phaedra’s “Black Glove Affair” party, where she shared the tragic news with everyone.
“So tonight, Porsha wasn’t here because — me and Shamea [Morton] definitely know Londie — Londie, her cousin, died suddenly,” Phaedra explained. “So she’s dealing with that.”
The cast acknowledged the value of their friendships.
Cynthia Bailey, who has known Porsha for over 13 years, let out an audible gasp as Shamea began to sob in Phaedra’s arms.
“I’m in shock,” Cynthia told cameras. “Londie was so sweet, so loving. This is devastating news.”
Phaedra went on to remind the group that it was important to be there for Porsha despite any of their differences.
“We fall out, but at the end of day, we’re sisters,” she added. “We’ve got to stick together and really support one another, because you never know when it’s the last time.”
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Yolanda “Londie” Favors
Porsha honored Londie’s life on social media last summer.
Londie was weeks away from her 35th birthday when she died on Sunday, Aug. 11, 2024. The cause of death was not announced at the time.
“So it’s true, when all is said and done, grief is the price we pay for love,” Porsha began an Instagram tribute that week, using a quote from author E.A. Bucchianeri.
“Londie – you were our best friend, our sister, our aunt, our cousin, and so much more,” her tribute continued. “Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure, and you are loved beyond words and will be missed beyond measure.”
“The impact and value you provided all of us during your time here was tremendous, but we know that your spirit will always be with us every day guiding us through this difficult time and what’s still to come. For that, we’re eternally grateful,” she concluded. “Love you always Dear Baby Cousin 💔🥺🙏🏾 RIP”
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The Real Housewives of Atlanta airs Sundays at 8 p.m. ET on Bravo. Episodes stream the next day on Peacock.
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