Kiki Shepard, the co-host of the long-running variety show “Showtime at the Apollo,” died on Monday from a heart attack. She was 74.
Shepard’s death was confirmed via her rep.
From 1987-2002, Shepard co-hosted “Showtime at the Apollo” alongside a revolving cast of emcees, which included Steve Harvey, Sinbad, Mo’Nique, Rudy Rush, Mark Curry and Rick Aviles. Filmed at Harlem’s iconic Apollo Theater, the show featured live performances from both professional and up-and-coming musical acts. “Showtime at the Apollo” would also platform complete unknowns, who would take the stage for their shot at a big break. During her time as host, Shepard was known as the “Apollo Queen
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