Atlanta Reacts and Mourns the Passing of WSB TV Anchor Jovita Moore

Atlanta TV news anchor Jovita Moore of Channel 2 WSB-TV has died seven months after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer.

The  ABC affiliate reported that Moore died last night (Thursday). She is survived by her mother, her two children and her stepdaughter. The station said Moore called her children “the most important accomplishments of her life.”

WSB TV  invite viewers to share your prayers and memories with Jovita's family.                     https://www.wsbtv.com/jovita/

Jovita Moore

We know you fought with all you had! I will miss your beautiful smile and warm laughter, let alone seeing you in my living room everyday. You will be missed greatly my friend.

Many heartfelt prayers to your family. May your soul travel well!

Life is but a moment. pic.twitter.com/y8OzKznNaf

— Tyler Perry (@tylerperry) October 29, 2021

Jovita Moore, who worked at Atlanta's WSB-TV, has passed away after a battle with a rare brain cancer pic.twitter.com/88fPxhhHuw

— philip lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) October 29, 2021

Our kids Shelby and kai grew up together. We would have lunch and would just laugh and laugh. She was my friend and we talked a lot of smack 😂😂 I will miss her . We are all better for her coming to Atlanta! @JovitaMoore pic.twitter.com/vbNRmGjUGS

— Ryan Cameron (@ryancameron) October 29, 2021

My deepest condolences to the family of @jovitamoore. She has passed this morning after her battle with brain cancer. I’ll always appreciate our friendship and the support you gave me and my family. We lost a genuine, beautiful soul. God Bless. RIP
😢🕊🙏🏾♥️ pic.twitter.com/KQ8nOyyv6E

— Isaac Hayes III (@IsaacHayes3) October 29, 2021

Heartbreaking to hear about the passing of Jovita Moore after a courageous battle w/ brain cancer. An Atlanta broadcasting legend and more importantly a mom and friend to many! Pls send love and light to Atlanta today. Its a somber day. pic.twitter.com/A2faCDM8mk

— Elle Duncan (@elleduncanESPN) October 29, 2021

Just like every single person in the metro Atlanta area - I grew up watching Jovita Moore. A true broadcasting legend who had an infinite amount of knowledge and poise. One of the most graceful people I’ve ever met. What a loss. Rest In Peace. Sending love & prayers to her family pic.twitter.com/lsq7VyWzT8

— Taylor Rooks (@TaylorRooks) October 29, 2021

She was the first person to welcome me to Atlanta. She was a protector and a friend. My good friend Jovita Moore passed away from brain cancer. She was one of a kind. I’ll miss you Jo. pic.twitter.com/bSWQcb0ooA

— Fred Blankenship (@FBlankenshipWSB) October 29, 2021