Basketball Wives star Brooke Bailey has announced that her daughter, Kayla, has died at the age of 25.
The reality star, 45, confirmed the tragic news on Instagram as she shared a series of pictures of her daughter. Brooke captioned the post: "Forever my baby, Pretty Black aka Kayla Nicole Bailey.
"This is not a goodbye. Mommy will see you soon."
Brooke also changed her bio to include a heartbreaking tribute to her late daughter. It read: "FOREVER Kayla Nicole Bailey 3/2/97-9/25/22 #PrettyBlack."
Several of Brooke's Basketball Wives co-stars sent their love and support during this difficult time, including Shaunie O'Neal, who commented: "Praying for you and your family."
Brandi Maxiell wrote: "RIP Kayla we luv you baby girl!!! I love you so much Brooke!!! You are so strong and continue to trust in God to carry you through this storm sis!!! We are all here for you and your family."
Evelyn Lozada added: "Brooke, I can't imagine the pain you're going through during this difficult time. I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your fam #LoveYall."
Jennifer Williams wrote: "Love you Brooke, condolences," while Brittish Williams commented: "RIH pretty girl! I love you Brooke."
Brooke, who also has two sons, thanked everyone for their outpouring of support. Posting on her Instagram Stories, she wrote: "My baby girl is so Loved by all of youuuuu!!!
"The love and support my family has received today is unreal and so appreciated. Thank you! Kayla left a mark on so many lives.
"She entered the room and demanded respect, love and attention. If you had the pleasure of meeting her and being friends with her she has forever changed your life."
Brooke said she felt "blessed" to have been given 25 years to love Kayla, who she described as "happiness on earth", and thanked people for loving her "baby girl".
Kayla was Brooke's eldest child and her only daughter. Brooke has not yet disclosed Kayla's cause of death.
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