Access Unlocked Monday, March 16, 2026 — Kiki Shephard, the acclaimed television personality best known as a former co-host of Showtime at the Apollo, has died at the age of 74.
Shephard was a prominent fixture on the iconic series from 1987 to 2002, during which she shared hosting duties with notable entertainers including Steve Harvey, Mo’Nique, Sinbad, Rudy Rush, Rich Aviles, and Mark Curry. Her tenure on the show helped define a celebrated era of the long-running program, which has served as a launching pad for numerous careers in comedy and music.