Tragedy has struck comedy as Cocoa Brown's Fayetteville homestead was engulfed in flames, TMZ reported, painting a grim picture of devastation as friends mobilize with a GoFundMe campaign to help the actress and her family start anew after the fiery mishap.
Best known for her role in "For Better or Worse," Brown and her young son, Phoenix, were dealt a heavy blow when their Georgia residence fell victim to a fire, believed to have originated from a candle that ignited nearby clothing, creating an uncontrollable blaze that pushed them out of their home, according to TMZ, and despite Brown's efforts with a fire extinguisher the fire ravaged her property, forcing her, Phoenix, and their pets to escape with just the clothes on their backs.
In the wake of the inferno, sympathetic friends and supporters have come to Brown's aid, setting up a GoFundMe page with an intended goal of $50,000 to provide some respite; the fundraiser had pulled in over $39,700 by Tuesday morning, FOX5 Atlanta reports. Brown took to her Instagram to share the link to the crowdfunding effort, urging her following to contribute as she navigates through these tough times.
The entertainment community where Brown has established her mark with over 60 acting credits and an array of comedy specials is feeling the blow as the actress, who most recently amused audiences in Greensboro and Augusta, faces the challenge of rebuilding her personal and professional life, the GoFundMe page reflects the sentiment stating "Cocoa Brown has brought laughter and light to countless lives with her talent and humor, now, it's our turn to rally around her and show our support in her time of need," meanwhile she gears up for an upcoming performance at The City Winery in Atlanta on March 2 with Kasper & The 911 Band and LaMont Ferrell.
Brown, whose career has also encompassed TV and film roles in productions such as "Never Have I Ever," "9-1-1," and "American Crime Story," is touted for her ability to bring joy through her performances and, as her community rallies in support, many hope this beacon of humor will soon recover from the tragedy that has consumed her home.
