Andy Cohen got emotional on Watch What Happens Live as he paid tribute to a late-night show producer who died earlier in the week.
Kyra Sampson was a production manager on the Bravo late-night talk show who died on Tuesday, June 23, following a brain cancer diagnosis at the age of 28.
“During her four wonderful years with us, Kyra was known for her sweet smile and gentle demeanor, but she could also be a small but mighty enforcer,” Cohen said on air while holding back tears. “To see Kyra on a bullhorn corralling massive crowds at BravoCon was truly a sight to behold.”
He continued, “She’s going to be terribly missed by all of us here, and no doubt by everyone who was lucky enough to know her.”
The talk show host and Real Housewives executive producer was visibly emotional, wiping tears from his eyes and choking up as he honored Sampson.
Cohen also invited viewers to donate to the Kyra Fund, which will help provide urgently needed research for people with glioblastoma, with a link to the fundraiser here.
“We are sending all of our prayers and love to her family and her friends, so we love you, Kyra,” Cohen concluded.
Glioblastoma is an aggressive type of brain cancer that starts in cells called astrocytes, which support nerve cells. According to Mayo Clinic, glioblastoma is “the most common malignant brain tumor in adults and makes up about half of all malignant brain tumors in adults.”
Watch Andy Cohen’s tribute to Kyra Sampson in the video below.
