Reality TV star Masika Kalysha is mourning the heartbreaking loss of her estranged husband, Jamar Champ, who tragically died in a wrong-way car crash on October 28th in Houston.

The Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood alum took to X (formerly Twitter) to share her grief, writing early Tuesday morning:

“God woke me up at 2:00 a.m. I couldn’t sleep. I didn’t know why. Jesus Christ, I just received the worst news of my life. Pray for me and my kids, please.”

Masika shares a three-year-old daughter, Amari, with Champ and is also mother to nine-year-old Kari, whom she shares with rapper Fetty Wap.

Hours after posting, the reality star shared a video on Instagram, pleading with blogs and media outlets to refrain from posting information about the tragedy until she could speak to her children.

“I understand that blogs have a job to do,” she said tearfully. “But I just ask respectfully that you guys refrain from posting information until I do… I don’t want my kids to find out at school before I can tell them.”

Shortly after, Kalysha issued a formal statement to The Shade Room:

“It is with profound sadness that I confirm the tragic and unexpected passing of my spouse and father of my beautiful daughters, Jamar Champ. During this incredibly challenging time, I kindly ask for respect and understanding as our family comes together to support one another and honor his memory.”

According to the Houston Police Department, the crash occurred around 12:05 a.m. when a silver BMW was driving the wrong way on the freeway and collided head-on with a silver Tesla Cybertruck, which was later confirmed to be driven by Jamar Champ.

The impact caused the BMW to catch fire and pushed the Cybertruck into a semi-truck. The BMW driver was pronounced dead at the scene, while Champ was transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition and later succumbed to his injuries. The 66-year-old semi-truck driver was unharmed.

Masika and Jamar married in 2021 but had separated before his death. In a December 2023 Instagram Live, Masika revealed that the two had been apart for most of the year and were pursuing a divorce. In November 2024, she told Young, Bold & Regal that they had already gone through mediation.

As investigations continue, fans and friends have flooded social media with messages of support and condolences, offering prayers for Masika and her children during this devastating time.