KVIA•Dec 28
Tragic Death of Former Broadway Star Imani Smith Shocks Community
Imani Smith, a former child actress who played young Nala in Disney's Broadway production of 'The Lion King,' was found fatally stabbed in Edison, New Jersey, on December 21. At just 26 years old, her untimely death has left her family and friends devastated. Authorities arrested 35-year-old Jordan D. Jackson-Small, who is reportedly the father of Smith's 3-year-old son, and charged him with first-degree murder. The incident has been classified as a premeditated act of violence, highlighting the tragic circumstances surrounding Smith's death. A GoFundMe campaign has raised over $70,000 to support her family during this difficult time.
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