Porsha Williams opened up about the unexpected death of her cousin, Yolanda “Londie” Favors, on The Real Housewives of Atlanta Season 16 finale.

She expressed the emotional turmoil she is going through while supporting her family after the loss of her cousin, Londie. The confessional revealed the deep impact Londie had on their lives, making the situation especially challenging for her.

In Episode 17, aired on June 29, Porsha and her sister Lauren Williams sought the assistance of professional mortician Phaedra Parks to organize a homegoing service for Londie. This was to honor Londie, who tragically passed away in August 2024 at the age of 34. Porsha mentioned that they had taken on the responsibility as Londie’s mom and sister were currently unable to manage the arrangements due to their overwhelming grief.

During the meeting at Phaedra’s house, Porsha further revealed that Lauren was on the phone with Londie when she died.

Porsha shared in a producer interview that she received the heartbreaking news about Londie’s distress while at work. Within a short span of an hour or two, they had lost Londie. Porsha fondly remembered Londie as an incredibly generous individual, emphasizing how shattered she feels by the loss.

Porsha Williams pays tribute to her late cousin, Londie Favors

At the Charles Oakley Foundation Gala, Angela Oakley chose “to honor” Porsha, noting her new friend’s recent loss in her introduction.

“Porsha, as well as her cousin, Londie, [were] instrumental in the work they do with her grandfather’s foundation,” Angela added, referencing the Hosea Helps organization. “So, I feel like today is a good day to honor her and her sacrifice.”

After thanking Angela and Charles, Porsha told the crowd that she’s continuing her charitable work “in honor of” Londie: “She worked tirelessly for the charity and she gave back every single day.”

In a confessional, she continued, “Being honored with Londie is just so beautiful because all I wanna do is let the world know how beautiful Londie was and how much work she did and how she had a heart for everyone. So, this is just a great moment for me.”

How the RHOA cast supported Porsha Williams after her cousin Londie’s death

Prior to the black-tie event, Porsha revealed that “most of” her castmates had reached out to her with words of sympathy after the loss of Londie, who appeared on both RHOA and Porsha’s Family Matters.

Later, Shamea Morton noted that she’d sent flowers and called “because we’re family,” despite an ongoing rift in their friendship. She also told Porsha that she would “definitely be there” whenever the homegoing details were finalized.

Seeing Porsha break down in tears at Charles and Angela’s fundraiser, the other ladies, including Drew Sidora, Kelli Ferrell, and Cynthia Bailey, rallied to support her.

As Cynthia noted in a confessional, “I love that no matter what we are going through, when one of us is in need, we all come together.”

You can read Porsha’s social media tribute to Londie here.