Hey there, friends. I want to take a moment to honor a truly remarkable woman who left an indelible mark on our hearts. Della Reese, the beloved singer and star of Touched By an Angel, passed away peacefully at the age of 86 on November 19. Her former co-star, Roma Downey, shared the heartbreaking news with the world. In a heartfelt statement, Roma expressed, “On behalf of her husband, Franklin Lett, and all her friends and family, I share with you the news that our beloved Della Reese has passed away peacefully at her California home last evening surrounded by love. She was an incredible wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and pastor, as well as an award-winning actress and singer. Through her life and work, she touched and inspired the lives of millions of people.”
This is Della in 1963, capturing her vibrant spirit and timeless beauty.
A Legacy of Love and Inspiration
Roma continued her tribute by sharing, “She was a mother to me, and I had the privilege of working with her side by side for so many years on Touched By an Angel. I know heaven has a brand new angel this day. Della Reese will be forever in our hearts. Rest In Peace, sweet angel. We love you.” These words beautifully capture the essence of Della's character and her enduring legacy. Della is survived by her children—James Reese, Franklin Reese, and Dominique Reese—as well as her husband, Franklin. She was also a mother to her daughter Deloreese Daniels Owens, who tragically passed away in 2002. Her family and friends are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
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Here's a heartwarming photo of Della and Roma in 2013, showcasing their close bond and friendship.
A Journey Through Show Business
Della's illustrious career in show business spanned six decades, beginning in the late 1950s with her chart-topping single “Don’t You Know?” Her talent didn't stop there; in the 1960s, she graced our screens with her own daytime talk show, Della, which ran for an impressive 197 episodes before coming to an end. Throughout the 1970s, ‘80s, and ‘90s, Della continued to captivate audiences with her performances in popular films like Harlem Nights, A Thin Line Between Love and Hate,
