Restaurateur, author and model B. Smith, one of the first African American women on the cover of 'Mademoiselle,' has died after a battle with Alzheimer's
The restaurateur, model and author B. Smith died on Saturday after a battle with Alzheimer's disease, her husband Dan Gasby said in a statement. She was 70 years old.
"Thank you to all the friends and fans who supported B. and our family during her journey," Gasby said."Thank you to everyone for respecting our privacy during this agonizing time.""Heaven is shining even brighter now that it is graced with B.'s dazzling and unforgettable smile." Smith, whose full name was Barbara Elaine Smith, was a multi-faceted and multi-talented personality.
— Al Roker February 23, 2020 "70 years old, she and her husband, Dan Gasby were at the forefront of #alzheimers #research for people of color. Love to them and daughter, Dana."
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