Jacky Oh, the former Wild ‘N Out star and longtime partner of comedian DC Young Fly, passed away in May 2023 at the age of 32. Her death shocked many fans and friends who knew her as a talented and beautiful person. But what was the cause of her death and how did DC Young Fly cope with the loss? Here is what you need to know about Jacky Oh’s tragic demise and DC Young Fly’s tribute to her.
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Jacky Oh Died from Complications of Cosmetic Surgery
According to Decider, Jacky Oh’s cause of death was revealed by the Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner’s autopsy report, which stated that she died from complications of cosmetic surgery. The report said that she had a gluteal augmentation procedure, also known as a Brazilian butt lift, just days before her death, during which she experienced no complications. She was prescribed antibiotics and Oxycodone after the surgery.
However, the report also said that she developed a headache the next day, for which a nurse advised her to take ibuprofen. She also stopped taking the anti-nausea medication she had been prescribed after the surgery. The report stated that she began to feel like “her head was burning” and had “difficulty speaking” later that day. A family member called first responders but she was unresponsive by the time they arrived.
The manner of death was ruled an accident, according to the report. TMZ reported at the time of her death that a since-deleted social media post from Jacky Oh said she was going to have a “mommy makeover” in Miami.
Jacky Oh Was a Wild ‘N Out Star and a Realtor
Jacky Oh, whose real name was Jacklyn Smith, was best known for being a Wild ‘N Out star and a partner of DC Young Fly, whom she met on the show in 2015. She appeared on five seasons of the improvised comedy series, where she showcased her humor and charisma. She had since left the show and became a realtor in Atlanta. She also launched a lip gloss line called Oh So Glossy.
Jacky Oh was also a social media influencer, with over 1.2 million followers on Instagram. She often posted photos and videos of herself, her family, and her work. She also had a YouTube channel with over 300,000 subscribers, where she shared vlogs, pranks, challenges, and beauty tips.
Jacky Oh Left Behind Three Children with DC Young Fly
Jacky Oh and DC Young Fly had been together for over eight years and had three children together: Nova, Nala, and Prince. The couple often shared their love and family life on social media, where they showed their support and affection for each other. They also collaborated on several projects, such as music videos, podcasts, and comedy skits.
DC Young Fly was devastated by Jacky Oh’s death and paid tribute to her on Instagram. He wrote that she was “the greatest mother I know” and that he admired how their family loved each other. He also said that he would always tell their kids how amazing she was and that he loved her forever.
He also shared a video from her celebration of life service, where he delivered a touching eulogy for her. He said that she had a beautiful soul and was a great mother. He also thanked their support system and said that God had them covered.
Jacky Oh’s death was mourned by many fans and celebrities who knew her or worked with her. Wild ‘N Out also posted a statement on its official Instagram page, saying that Jacky Oh was “a talented Wild N’ Out family member whose impact will be forever treasured and missed.”
