Andy Cohen Grieves Loss of Young 'WWHL' Crew Member to Cancer

WHO:

NY Post - Andy Cohen, host of "Watch What Happens Live"

TMZ - Kyra Samson, former production manager on "Watch What Happens Live"

US Magazine - Andy Cohen, age 58

WHAT:

NY Post - Kyra Samson passed away at the age of 28.

TMZ - Andy Cohen became emotional on-air while discussing the death of Kyra Samson.

US Magazine - Kyra Samson died from brain cancer.

WHERE:

US Magazine - The announcement was made during the episode of "Watch What Happens Live."

WHEN:

Deadline - Kyra Samson died on Tuesday, June 23.

US Magazine - Kyra Samson died on Tuesday, June 25.

WHY:

TMZ - Kyra Samson's death was due to a battle with brain cancer.

HOW:

TMZ - Andy Cohen revealed the news during a serious segment of the show, shedding tears for his friend and former employee.

(UPDATED June 26, 2026 19:33 UTC)

Kyra Samson has tragically passed away. The deadline for reporting on her death was set for 19:33 UTC. Details surrounding her life and contributions are expected to emerge in the coming days.

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(UPDATED June 26, 2026 17:32 UTC)

Kyra Samson, a former production manager on "Watch What Happens Live," has passed away at the age of 28 after a battle with brain cancer. During a recent episode of the show, host Andy Cohen became emotional on-air while discussing her death, shedding tears for his friend and former employee. The heartbreaking announcement was made during a serious segment, highlighting the impact Kyra had on those around her.