Former MTV VJ Ananda Lewis Passes Away: A Look at Her Family
Ananda Lewis, the former MTV VJ, has passed away at the age of 50 following a battle with breast cancer. The news of her passing was shared by her sister, Lakshmi, on Facebook. Lewis is survived by her husband, Harry Smith, and son, Langston. This sad news has sent shockwaves throughout the entertainment industry, with many paying tribute to Lewis on social media.
According to a report from Hindustan Times, Lewis’s family has been a subject of interest for many fans. Her husband, Harry Smith, is a well-known entrepreneur and the CEO of Smith Global Media. As per the publication, Harry Smith is the younger brother of actor Will Smith, born on May 5, 1971, in Philadelphia. He has worked across multiple industries, including entertainment and real estate.
Who is Harry Smith?
Harry Smith’s company, Smith Global Media, has been involved in various film distribution and real estate ventures. In 2017, the company signed a notable output deal with Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. At the time, Sony executive Ben Means praised the collaboration, stating, "Smith Global Media is bringing compelling, high-quality films to the marketplace. The strength of this slate will resonate with consumers globally in the home entertainment window on physical and digital platforms and beyond.” As quoted in Hindustan Times, Smith Global Media added, “We are firmly committed to maintaining an accelerated growth path for our company and this output deal with Sony Pictures Home Entertainment strengthens Smith Global Media’s overall value proposition with filmmakers, producers, and financiers as we continue to populate our slate. Sony Pictures Home Entertainment is a forward-thinking, innovative leader in the home entertainment space with a world-class team leading their efforts.”
Before founding Smith Global Media, Harry worked as an accountant and managed Will Smith’s finances in the mid-1990s. He later joined Will and Jada Pinkett Smith’s production company, Overbrook Entertainment, and also collaborated with Will on real estate projects, as reported by Hindustan Times.
Ananda Lewis’s Children
Ananda Lewis and Harry Smith welcomed their son, Langston, in 2011. Harry also has an older daughter, Sydney, born on August 18, 1999, from a previous marriage to Melissa Montoya. As per Hindustan Times, Harry frequently shares moments with his children on social media. In a 2021 Instagram post, he wrote: “I love these two!!! Being father to @sydneytaylorsmith and Langston has been the single greatest joy of my life. It’s so interesting to watch your children and realize that they are crazy, just like you.”
The passing of Ananda Lewis has left her family and fans in shock. Her legacy as a former MTV VJ will be remembered for years to come. As reported by Hindustan Times, Lewis’s sister, Lakshmi, shared the news of her passing on Facebook, stating that Lewis had been battling breast cancer.
The outpouring of tributes and condolences for Ananda Lewis has been immense, with many fans and celebrities paying their respects on social media. As we remember Lewis’s life and legacy, we also send our condolences to her family, particularly her husband Harry Smith and son Langston, during this difficult time.
