Al Roker, Ava DuVernay and More Stars Pay Tribute to B. Smith: 'She Fought the Good Fight'

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Celebrities are paying tribute to the life and legacy ofB. Smith.

Afternews of Smith’s deathon Saturday at age 70, her many friends and fans shared tributes on social media in honor of the late restaurateur and lifestyle guru.

“The elegance. The grace. The style. May God rest and bless her soul. #BSmith was one-of-a-kind,” director Ava DuVernay shared.

Tamron Hallretweeted a post about Smith from reporter Audrey Washington who wrote, “She broke down barriers. She shined. She fought the good fight. Rest In Peace, B. Smith. #BSmith.”

“All of these things so true. Thank you B. Smith,” Hall shared.

Dr. Oz also shared a post in honor of Smith. “RIP B. Smith. My thoughts & prayers are with her family. B. was special to many people — I’m honored to have spent time with her. B.’s fight with Alzheimer’s was one far too many face, but she approached it with a spirit that made her light shine bright.”

Roker’s wife andGood Morning Americaco-host Deborah Roberts wrote on Twitter of Smith, “Saddened to learn of the passing of a friend and icon, B Smith. The first black model to grace the cover of one of the mainstream fashion mags, she was a restaurateur and a force. RIP.”

Her diagnosis came while she was still in the midst of building her empire. She opened three eponymous restaurants, penned three cookbooks and hosted the nationally syndicated show,B. Smith With Style.She was also one of the first African American women to grace the cover ofMademoisellemagazine.

source: people.com