Honoring Cynthia Kitts Legacy

In Loving Memory of Cynthia Kitt

On December 14, 2024, our beloved Cynthia Kitt was called home after suffering a sudden heart

attack. Surrounded by her special group of friends and acquaintances, and the art she loved, she

passed away at the age of 64, leaving behind a legacy of love, activism, and creative brilliance.

Cynthia, in a private moment, will be cremated on Wednesday, December 18, 2024.

Cynthia was a force of nature—a passionate advocate for ending sexual abuse, an unwavering

supporter of the arts, and a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. She dedicated her life to

ensuring the stories of Black voices were told with dignity and authenticity, producing and co-

producing countless off-Broadway plays that celebrated Blackness and told our stories the right

way.

Her sudden death has left us in shock, and our family is now facing the financial burden of her

sudden death. The costs, made all the more difficult by her passing, occurred before she could

finalize any life insurance options. Cynthia’s 401k was depleted during the hardships of the

COVID-19 pandemic, and she had been working tirelessly in recent months to regain financial

stability. Unfortunately, the suddenness of her death has left us unprepared for these costs.

We are humbly asking for your support to help cover unaddressed expenses, and to assist with

the financial recovery needed for the family during this incredibly difficult time. Every

contribution, no matter how small, will provide comfort and relief in a time of deep loss.

Cynthia’s legacy will live on in our hearts for us and all who knew her. She was an angel on

earth, a beacon of light, and a compassionate soul who lived for the arts and for justice. We are

so grateful for your support during this heartbreaking time.

Thank you for honoring Cynthia’s memory and legacy.

With eternal love,

-Shumi, Sean and Tamia