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Andy Cohen Announces Kyra Samson’s Death, Urges Glioblastoma Donations

6/28/2026

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Andy Cohen Announces Fundraiser

Andy Cohen announced on June 26, 2026 that producer Kyra Samson died at age 28 after glioblastoma.
Samson had spent four years as production manager on Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live, shaping the show.
After graduating Northwestern University, she rose from production assistant to line producer and coordinator at Embassy Row.
Cohen urged viewers to donate to the Kyra Fund, which supports glioblastoma research.

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Kyra Fund Raises

The Kyra Fund has raised about $250,000 to finance glioblastoma research.
The National Cancer Institute reports roughly 15,000 U.S. glioblastoma diagnoses each year with a median 15-month survival.
David Samson, Kyra’s father and former MLB executive, said the disease stole her 28 years.
Cohen urged fans to visit the Kyra Fund, emphasizing the need for more research resources.

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Andy Cohen Announces Fundraiser

Andy Cohen announced on June 26, 2026 that producer Kyra Samson died at age 28 after glioblastoma.
Samson had spent four years as production manager on Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live, shaping the show.
After graduating Northwestern University, she rose from production assistant to line producer and coordinator at Embassy Row.
Cohen urged viewers to donate to the Kyra Fund, which supports glioblastoma research.

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