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Conservative political commentator Ineitha Lynnette Hardaway has tragically passed away at the age of 51.
Hardaway and her sister, Herneitha Rochelle Hardaway Richardson, were famously known as “Diamond and Silk,” who were often seen on cable news, social media, and even at campaign rallies for former President Donald Trump.
“The World just lost a True Angel and Warrior Patriot for Freedom, Love, and Humanity! Please respect the privacy of Diamond’s family! Memorial Ceremony TBA. Contributions towards Preserving Diamond’s Legacy are only being accepted at the following link,” the official Diamond and Silk Twitter account tweeted late on Monday night.
“Diamond blazed a trail, founded on her passion and love for the entire race of humanity. The memory of her passing should forever remain in our hearts. In this time of grief, please respect the privacy of Diamond’s family but remember and celebrate the gift that she gave us all!” the GiveSendGo fundraising page stated.
No cause of death has been disclosed yet.
The World just lost a True Angel and Warrior Patriot for Freedom, Love, and Humanity! Please respect the privacy of Diamond’s family! Memorial Ceremony TBA.
Contributions towards Preserving Diamond’s Legacy are only being accepted at the following link:https://t.co/g6J6NlBXE7
— Diamond and Silk® (@DiamondandSilk) January 10, 2023
Trump released a statement on his Truth Social account mourning Hardaway’s “unexpected” death.
“Really bad news for Republicans and frankly, ALL Americans. Our beautiful Diamond, of Diamond and Silk, has just passed away at her home in the State she loved so much, North Carolina. Silk was with her all the way, and at her passing. There was no better TEAM anywhere, or at any time! Diamond’s death was totally unexpected, probably her big and precious HEART just plain gave out. Rest In Peace our Magnificent Diamond, you will be greatly missed!” Trump wrote.
Conservative commentator Sebastian Gorka wrote: “Support poured in for the family on Twitter. Ineitha Lynnette Hardaway, Diamond, of Diamond and Silk, has left us. She was a warrior patriot and we will be missed.”
Commentator CJ Pearson tweeted: “Heartbroken. My thoughts and prayers are with @DiamondandSilk as they mourn the loss of Diamond, who passed away today. It was an honor to know Diamond – a PATRIOT. RIP.”
Conservative comedian Terrence Williams tweeted: “This is truly heartbreaking. This one hit hard. Diamond, of Diamond and Silk has passed away. I’m at a lost for words. We will miss you and most definitely will never forget you. Love you forever. Please keep her sister Silk in your prayers. RIP Legend.”
Lavern Spicer said: “I want to send my condolences to Diamond of @DiamondAndSilk. Those two women woke up so many people and made such a difference in the MAGA community. Diamond, you will be missed and you will never be replaced. May God welcome you into Heaven with open arms and a MAGA hat!”
Pastor Mark Burns said: “My dear sister Diamond of @DiamondandSilk has gone to be with Jesus. My heart is so heavy tonight because we served on so many events together for so long. I know she was saved and now in the presence of God. We will see you again Diamond. I love you my dear sister. RIH Diamond.”
Robert W Malone, MD, tweeted: “I just heard that Lynette Hardaway (“Diamond” of “Diamond and Silk”) passed away. She was both a bright light and courageous warrior, who understood that laughter was the way to win hearts and minds. She will be missed by so many, including me.”
Conservative voice David J Harris Jr said: “So saddened to hear of Diamonds passing… She spoke the truth! With humor… She was an amazing woman. Thankful I know we I will see you again one day.”
Ben & Candy Carson wrote on their official Twitter account: “Diamond of @DiamondandSilk was an incredible person who truly cared about America. I enjoyed going on the show because she was always positive, with a smile, and reminded people why America is so important and worth saving. We send condolences to Silk and Diamond’s entire family.”
Conservative speaker Rob Smith took to Twitter and said: “Deeply sad to learn of the loss of Diamond from @DiamondandSilk. She was full of joy. I met her once at the Fox studio. A big star, but very gracious and welcoming towards me when I was starting out. A woman of God, and she is with Him now. RIP, Diamond.”
