Nia Long from 'Soul Food' Mourns Death of Her Father Doughtry 'Doc' Long

Nia Long is mourning the loss of her father, Doughtry "Doc" Long. Nia took to social media the previous day with the sad information and has been getting condolences from fanatics and her Hollywood colleagues.

At 49, Nia is a mom to two boys, however she’ll always be a daddy’s girl. Although the actress lived most of her existence with her mother, following her parents' divorce, she has all the time maintained a detailed relationship with her father.

Nia Long at the LA Premiere of "47 Meters Down Uncaged" on Aug. 13, 2019 in California | Photo: Getty Images

Doc was a highschool instructor and poet and will have to have had some influence on Nia’s love for the arts. It’s no surprise then that the Brooklyn-born actress is heartbroken over her daddy’s death.

The sisters don't share a detailed bond, and Sommore as soon as mentioned they neither grew up together nor have a sibling courting

"RIP daddy. I love you forever," Nia wrote across an Instagram picture of Doc fitted with a crown decal. Fans and famous person colleagues have since been offering kind phrases and condolences in the remark segment.

"My condolences. I know about THIS pain. Prayers of healing and strength to you and your family," fellow actress LisaRaye McCoy offered. "I'm so sorry, mama," Gabrielle Union echoed.

"I’m so very sorry about your dear father, Nia. Lifting you and your family up in prayer," award-winning journalist Shaun Robinson added while "Martin" alum Tisha Campbell-Martin said: "Awww baby I’m so so sorry. I love you."

Screenshot of Marla Gibbs consoling Nia Long on the death of her father | Photo: Instagram/iamnialong

Doc and Nia’s mom, Talita, were given a divorce when she was handiest two. Talita took her then-toddler with her to Iowa City, Iowa, the place she studied wonderful arts, so Nia’s love for appearing and entertainment runs deep in the circle of relatives.

Nia and her mother would later transfer to California, where she attended the Roman Catholic faculty St. Mary's Academy in Inglewood and the Westchester High School in L.A.

Screenshot of Tyrese Gibson consoling Nia Long at the death of her father | Photo: Instagram/iamnialong

Not most effective did Nia excel in lecturers, but she used to be additionally a vivid student in extra-curricular actions like ballet, gymnastics, and jazz. She also developed an pastime in acting, and the remainder, as they say, is history.

From her past due father, Nia has a comedian half-sister named Sommore. Unfortunately, the sisters do not share a close bond, and Sommore as soon as mentioned they neither grew up together nor have a sibling dating.

While the death of Doc might or won't bring Nia and Sommore nearer, it possibly will assist the actress recognize higher her courting with her two sons.

Nia’s second son, eight-year-old Kez Sunday Udoka, is the product of her relationship with longtime fiancé, Ime Sunday Udoka. The couple got engaged in 2015, however have been in no hurry to tie the knot.

Our ideas and prayers are with the Long circle of relatives presently as they mourn their liked one. Rest in peace, Doughtry "Doc" Long.

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