Ananda Lewis, who joined MTV as a VJ on shows like Total Request Live and Hot Zone in the late ‘90s, has died at 52 after a years-long battle with breast cancer, according to her sister.

Former MTV VJ Ananda Lewis' dying wish has been revealed by her family. Ananda hoped to live until her son's middle school graduation day. Her sister, Lakshmi Lewis, confirmed to Entertainment ...

She was 52. Ananda Lewis, former MTV veejay and television host remembered for her powerful voice, advocacy and impact on a generation, has died at 52 after a battle with breast cancer.

In 1997, she joined MTV where she hosted "Total Request Live" and "Hot Zone." After leaving MTV in 2001, she hosted her own short-lived syndicated talk show, "The Ananda Lewis Show." ...

Ananda Lewis had one dying wish before her heartbreaking passing. Lakshmi Emory, Lewis’ sister, said that the former MTV video jockey hoped to live long enough to make it to her 14-year-old son ...

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