Forest Whitaker's Ex-Wife Keisha Nash: A Heartfelt Farewell at 51
Our hearts are heavy as we bid adieu to Keisha Nash, the ex-spouse of acclaimed actor Forest Whitaker, who departed at the tender age of 51. True Whitaker, their daughter, shared the news via an Instagram story on a somber Thursday, though the reason behind Keisha's demise remains undisclosed as of now.
Emotional Goodbyes from Daughter True
"Goodbye, Mom. I'll love you eternally and beyond," expressed 25-year-old True, accompanied by a black-and-white portrait of her late mother. "The most exquisite woman in the world... Thank you for imparting invaluable wisdom. I'll encounter you in my dreams and feel your spirit within my heart."
Forest Whitaker and Keisha Nash: A Blown Away Romance
Reportedly, Forest Whitaker and Keisha Nash crossed paths during the filming of "Explosive - Blown Away" in 1994. Nash, who portrayed Whitaker's character's girlfriend, reminisced about spotting Whitaker in "A Rage in Harlem" (1991) before their encounter. "Upon meeting Forest, I sensed a benevolent soul and positive spirit within him," she shared in a 2020 "Essence" interview.
Whitaker proposed to the actress and producer within a year of their encounter, and they officially tied the knot in 1996 at Montego Bay, Jamaica. Their union produced two children: True Whitaker and Sonnet Noel, while they also welcomed children from previous relationships – Ocean (33) for Forest and Autumn (32) for Keisha.
The End of a 22-Year Marriage
Forest Whitaker filed for divorce in December 2018, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason for their separation.
Farewell to a Precious Memory
Regardless of the cause of her untimely demise, Forest Whitaker, a celebrated figure in the entertainment industry, now grapples with the loss of his former companion, Keisha Nash. Our thoughts and condolences are with True Whitaker and the entire Nash-Whitaker family during this difficult time.
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We cannot find a specific cause of death in the sources, but Keisha Nash passed away at the age of 51, as reported on February 10, 2025, on TikTok[4]. In-depth information on the cause is not made available in the acquainted sources.
