Ineitha “Diamond” Lynnette Hardaway, known as part of the pro-Trump commentary group ‘Diamond and Silk’ has passed away on Monday.
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The news was confirmed by former President Donald Trump in a Truth Social post. “Really bad news for Republicans and frankly, ALL Americans. Our Diamond, of Diamond and Silk, has just passed away at her home in the State she loved so much, North Carolina. Silk was with her all the way, and at her passing. There was no better TEAM anywhere, or at any time!” he wrote.
Awful. Trump reveals Diamond from Diamond and Silk has passed away. Rest in peace 🙏 pic.twitter.com/AaQwqydnGI
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) January 10, 2023
The World just lost a True Angel and Warrior Patriot for Freedom, Love, and Humanity! Please respect the privacy of Diamond’s family! Memorial Ceremony TBA.
Contributions towards Preserving Diamond’s Legacy are only being accepted at the following link:https://t.co/g6J6NlBXE7
— Diamond and Silk® (@DiamondandSilk) January 10, 2023
Trump continued to write, “Diamond’s death was totally unexpected, probably her big and precious HEART just plain gave out. Rest In Peace our Magnificent Diamond, you will be greatly missed!” According to the Daily Beast, the official Diamond and Silk page in November asked fans to send prayers to Hardaway, who was sick.
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She made an appearance in her final episode on December 15 where she debunked rumors that she was battling the coronavirus while hospitalized and called it “fake news.” The women became famous for being outspoken about their support for former President Trump and were fired from Fox News in 2020 for questioning COVID-19 data.
After learning about Hardaway’s death, her supporters and fans offered their condolences to her sister and their loved ones.
This is truly heartbreaking 💔 This one hit hard. Diamond, of Diamond and Silk has passed away. I’m at a lost for
We will miss you and most definitely will never forget you. Love you forever.
Please keep her sister Silk in your prayers.RIP Legend pic.twitter.com/jEndEyc8FK
— Terrence K. Williams (@w_terrence) January 10, 2023
To the OG #MAGA Trump supporter who was there from the very beginning. My thoughts and condolences are with you Silk, and her family and loved ones!
— Gays For Trump (@GaysForTrump24) January 10, 2023
A true patriot and a sweet friend. We did a lot together and I observed her kindnesses and generosity towards strangers first hand. Her faith was evident in all she did. So loved. So missed @DiamondandSilk
— Rose Unplugged (@roseunplug) January 10, 2023
Thank you Lynette Hardaway for all you have done to motivate and help people. Rest In Peace Diamond 🙏
My sincere condolences Silk on your and her families loss 😢#RIPDiamond— Kenn Weeks (@KennRWeeks) January 10, 2023