Ariana DeBose announced the death of her mother Gina Michelle DeBose after a three-year battle with stage 3 ovarian cancer. In an Instagram tribute, DeBose expressed deep grief, highlighting her mother as her best friend and biggest supporter throughout her life and career. She shared that her mother's tireless efforts provided her with a good life and education, attributing her success, including an Oscar, to her mother's influence. DeBose also remembered her mother as a passionate educator who dedicated nearly 30 years to teaching and was well-respected by her students and colleagues.
"At 10:28 am on August 17th my gorgeous, hilarious, outspoken, warrior queen Mother - Gina Michelle DeBose - passed away due to complications with stage 3 ovarian cancer. I couldn't be more proud of her and how she fought this insidious disease over the past 3 years."
"She was my date to every important moment in my professional and personal life - and I wouldn't have it any other way. It had always been the two of us for as long as I can remember."
"I meant it when I said my Oscar 'is just as much hers as it is mine.'"
"Her creativity knew no bounds. She was beloved and incredibly respected by her colleagues and students alike."
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