Atlanta reacts to the passing of Amanda Davis
ATLANTA - The announcement of the passing of longtime Atlanta anchor Amanda Davis took many in the community by complete surprise. Shock and grief have been shared by her former colleagues and many community leaders.
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Here is how many are choosing to remember her through their social media accounts:
What can I say about Amanda Davis a lot! Her love of children was second to none! When I was her Wednesday Child Photog we had 7 out of 10 kids we featured find forever families! Miss you Amanda! #Sad
— Eric Len (@ELenzPhotog) December 28, 2017
She was Wednesday's Child... so genuine, kind-hearted. She had a love for children that you could literally feel through the screen..an amazing mother and journalist. https://t.co/kAASU1ICru
— Marissa Mitchell (@MarissaMFOX5) December 28, 2017
Saddened to hear about the sudden passing of Atlanta news icon, Amanda Davis. Our thoughts and prayers are with her loved ones during this difficult time. She will truly be missed.
— Kasim Reed (@KasimReed) December 28, 2017
Difficult to find the words to express my shock and sadness tonight. In just a few hours time to first learn Amanda Davis had suffered a serious medical crisis, and then to get the call that she had passed. My thoughts and prayers with her friends, family and colleagues.
— Deidra Dukes (@DeidraDukesFOX5) December 28, 2017
I can't find all the words. But thank you, Amanda. I learned from you as an intern...and last year, we spoke during a brunch.I won't forget what you told me when you pulled me aside about being a good journalist, woman & friend. My heartfelt condolences for your daughter & family pic.twitter.com/mBcwOHvUCJ
— Marissa Mitchell (@MarissaMFOX5) December 28, 2017
Always kind to me, too, even when I was a rookie reporter at WAGA and Amanda was already an established pro. So very sad. https://t.co/ceSKHtCizX
— Randy Travis (@RandyTravisFox5) December 28, 2017
So sad, prayers for her family. https://t.co/d2rS0bbTeI
— David Chandley (@DChandleyFOX5) December 28, 2017
Thank you, sweet Amanda. What a fitting reminder you gave us just 1 week ago today. We'll keep you, your beautiful spirit and your family in our prayers. His eye is ALWAYS on the Sparrow. 🐦 https://t.co/wIoAufnJCR
— Portia Bruner (@PortiaFOX5) December 28, 2017
.#RIP #AmandaDavis she passed after a massive stroke. Its just so sad. My heart breaks for all my current and former ATL co workers that knew her. She was a #ATLTVLegend #fox5atl
— Jim Zorn (@PhotoZorn_FOX5) December 28, 2017
I’m so heartsick to learn our former coworker Amanda Davis has passed. 💔
— Kaitlyn (@Fox5Kaitlyn) December 28, 2017
I'm so saddened to hear about the passing of Atlanta news legend, Amanda Davis. How grateful I am to have worked with her and learned from her at @FOX5Atlanta. She was a consummate professional, kind, a respected journalist, friend and mother. She will truly be missed. pic.twitter.com/z2JFKJRM9a
— Chaundra Luckett (@chaundraluckett) December 28, 2017
Rest In Peace Amanda. We loved you. https://t.co/vtq8kv0PlV
— Aungelique Proctor (@aungeliquefox5) December 28, 2017
Today, metro #Atlanta, and many across this nation and world who were impacted by her life and work, mourn the death of #AmandaDavis. She was in our lives and on our screens, a part of our days, a voice in our city. Thank you, Amanda. We’ll miss you. pic.twitter.com/uh1rkDdyug
— The King Center (@TheKingCenter) December 28, 2017
No one will ever know what it took to be #AmandaDavis. Such a beautiful spirit who shared her gifts and testimony with the world. She loved God and will now rest eternally. Prayers for her daughter, mother and all of us she touched. #judgepenny
— Judge Penny (@JudgePenny) December 28, 2017
Stunned and saddened to learn of the passing of
— Dale Russell (@DaleRussellFox5) December 28, 2017
Amanda Davis. She was classy, cool, and professional - and a devoted, proud mother. She loved this city and we all will miss her.
We are still reeling from the news of Amanda Davis' death.
— FOX 5 Atlanta (@FOX5Atlanta) December 28, 2017
She worked here at Fox 5 Atlanta for more than 20 years.
Our hearts and prayers go out to her family.
We have a remembrance, this morning, of her life and career on @GoodDayAtlanta pic.twitter.com/8VQ6apgGll
We are so saddened by the passing of our family member and media icon Amanda Davis. She passed far too soon and... https://t.co/GF4vXyggK3
— Elisabeth Omilami (@eomilami) December 28, 2017
Difficult to find the words to express my shock and sadness tonight. In just a few hours time to first learn Amanda Davis had suffered a serious medical crisis, and then to get the call that she had passed. My thoughts and prayers with her friends, family and colleagues.
— Deidra Dukes (@DeidraDukesFOX5) December 28, 2017
I was saddened to hear about the passing of Amanda Davis. You were an Atlanta news staple. You will be missed. My prayers and heart are with your loved ones. @cbs46
— Tyler Perry (@tylerperry) December 28, 2017
Rest well, Amanda Davis. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends, colleagues, and those you mentored. Thank you. pic.twitter.com/BpR1k34ukP
— Be A King (@BerniceKing) December 28, 2017