Current:Home > MyBling Empire's Kelly Mi Li Honors Irreplaceable "Treasure" Anna Shay After Death -TruePath Finance
Bling Empire's Kelly Mi Li Honors Irreplaceable "Treasure" Anna Shay After Death
Ethermac Exchange View
Date:2025-04-09 13:38:48
Kelly Mi Li is mourning her Bling Empire costar Anna Shay.
Following the 62-year-old's passing, her co-star on the Netflix series is reflecting on her legacy.
"Honestly I am still in shock and still trying to process everything," Kelly exclusively told E! News in a statement June 6. "I have never met anyone like Anna Shay nor will I ever. I know everyone saw that surprise Paris trip Anna took me on for my birthday but there were so many laughs and memorable conversations we shared off camera on that trip"
She continued, "I loved listening to her childhood stories and the wisdom she shared with me. I am grateful for every moment we were able to spend together and the memories we were able to make. Anna is a treasure that cannot be replaced."
Kelly further offered words of support to Anna's loved ones.
"I give my sincerest condolences to her son Kenny, Maria, and the rest of her family," she added. "Anna Shay will live in our hearts forever."
Anna's family confirmed in a June 5 statement that the matriarch had died following a stroke. Reflecting on her life, they added in part, "Anna taught us many life lessons on how not to take life too seriously and to enjoy the finer things. Her impact on our lives will be forever missed but never forgotten."
And since her death, other Bling Empire cast members including Kevin Kreider have spoken about what she meant to them.
"Anna never expected anything in return and always just wanted to see people live life to their fullest," Kevin noted in a statement to E! June 6. "I remember when we were playing celebrity jeopardy, and despite us losing, she still wanted to donate more money. She just wanted to see others win."
He went on to reflect on one of the final times he and Anna spoke.
"One of the last conversations we had, she was so happy I was sober and in love again, that Devon and I were back together," he shared. "She immediately pulled the same move from celebrity jeopardy and just wanted to give us money to shoot me and Devon's first project together."
Kevin concluded, "I never really believed it so I never had the chance to take her up on it, but that's the generous and loving Anna we'll all remember."
For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News AppveryGood! (9389)
Related
- Are Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp down? Meta says most issues resolved after outages
- Peyton Manning, Kelly Clarkson should have been benched as opening ceremony co-hosts
- Drone-spying scandal: FIFA strips Canada of 6 points in Olympic women’s soccer, bans coaches 1 year
- Paris’ Olympics opening was wacky and wonderful — and upset bishops. Here’s why
- Sonya Massey's father decries possible release of former deputy charged with her death
- Boar's Head issues recall for more than 200,000 pounds of liverwurst, other sliced meats
- A strike from Lebanon killed 12 youths. Could that spark war between Israel and Hezbollah?
- Judge denies bid to move trial of ex-officer out of Philadelphia due to coverage, protests
- Chuck Scarborough signs off: Hoda Kotb, Al Roker tribute legendary New York anchor
- 'Dexter' miracle! Michael C. Hall returns from TV dead in 'Resurrection' series
Ranking
- Newly elected West Virginia lawmaker arrested and accused of making terroristic threats
- Pilot dead after helicopter crashed in upstate New York
- US women's 4x100 free relay wins silver at Paris Olympics
- Judge denies bid to move trial of ex-officer out of Philadelphia due to coverage, protests
- Have Dry, Sensitive Skin? You Need To Add These Gentle Skincare Products to Your Routine
- Three members of Gospel Music Hall of Fame quartet The Nelons among 7 killed in Wyoming plane crash
- Team USA men's water polo team went abroad to get better. Will it show at Paris Olympics?
- Paris Olympics: Why Fries and Avocados Are Banned in the Olympic Village
Recommendation
Off the Grid: Sally breaks down USA TODAY's daily crossword puzzle, Triathlon
Judge sends Milwaukee man to prison for life in 2023 beating death of 5-year-old boy
How many gold medals does Simone Biles have? What to know about her records, wins, more
One Extraordinary Photo: Charlie Riedel captures Simone Biles in flight at the Paris Games
Most popular books of the week: See what topped USA TODAY's bestselling books list
Andy Murray pulls off unbelievable Olympic doubles comeback with Dan Evans
'Futurama' Season 12: Premiere date, episode schedule, where to watch
Thrilling performances in swimming relays earn Team USA medals — including first gold