After a long battle with cancer, Erica Ash has died at the age of 46. Throughout her career, she starred in shows such as “Survivor’s Remorse,” “MADtv,” “The Big Gay Sketch Show” and “In Contempt.”
Erica Ash, known for her role as M-Chuck on the Starz drama “Survivor’s Remorse” and her work on shows like “MADtv,” passed away on Monday at the age of 46 due to cancer.
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Erica Ash’s family paid tribute to her
Her family confirmed her passing, with her mother Diann sharing a heartfelt tribute: “We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved daughter, sister, and friend Erica Chantal Ash (1977-2024). After a long and courageous battle with cancer, she transitioned peacefully surrounded by her loved ones. Erica was an amazing woman and talented entertainer who touched countless lives with her sharp wit, humor, and genuine zest for life. Her memory will live eternally in our hearts.”
Throughout her career, Ash starred in shows such as “The Big Gay Sketch Show” and “In Contempt.” She also made guest appearances on series like “A Black Lady Sketch Show” and “Family Reunion.” In the film “Scary Movie V,” she portrayed Kendra Brooks and appeared in 19 episodes of “Real Husbands of Hollywood.”
On “Survivor’s Remorse,” Ash played Mary Charles Calloway (M-Chuck), the half-sister of pro basketball player Cam Calloway, who moves his family to Atlanta after signing a contract, appearing in all four seasons of the show.
Ash joined the cast of “MADtv” for its 14th and final season in 2008, where she impersonated celebrities such as Naomi Campbell, Whoopi Goldberg, and Lisa Leslie.
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A graduate of Emory University with a degree in pre-medicine, Erica Ash ultimately chose a path in entertainment. She toured with the Broadway production of “The Lion King” early in her career and later joined “The Big Gay Sketch Show,” created by Rosie O’Donnell, for its first two seasons alongside actors like Kate McKinnon and Colman Domingo.
In lieu of flowers, Ash’s family has requested that donations be made to Susan G. Komen for the Cure or another breast cancer foundation.