Renowned Therapist’s Wife Dies 2 Weeks After Giving Birth

Family therapist Lara Kudayisi, widely known as Coach Lara, has passed away two weeks after giving birth to her first child with husband and media personality Teddy Don-Momoh.

Coach Lara reportedly passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2026, shortly after giving birth to a baby girl. Her death comes three years after she married Don-Momoh in April 2023. The family has confirmed her passing and expressed their gratitude to friends, supporters, and well-wishers who had offered prayers and messages of condolence during what they described as a difficult period.

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In a statement released on Monday, August 3, 2026, the family confirmed the news and expressed their appreciation to friends, supporters, and well-wishers who had offered prayers and messages of condolence during what they described as a difficult period. "In a statement released on Monday, August 3, 2026, the family confirmed the news and expressed their appreciation to friends, supporters, and well-wishers who had offered prayers and messages of condolence during what they described as a difficult period," the family said.

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Coach Lara is survived by her newborn daughter, her husband, Teddy Don-Momoh, and two children from a previous relationship. Don-Momoh had previously lost his wife, Nigerian gospel singer Kefee Obareki Momoh, best known for her widely loved song Branama, who died in June 2014 after spending 15 days in a coma due to lung failure.

Coach Lara's death now marks a second profound personal tragedy for the media personality. Don-Momoh's distinctive voice and warmth on-air have left an indelible mark on the community, with many listeners and colleagues reflecting on the profound impact he had on local broadcasting.

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Coach Lara's passing comes as a shock to fans and colleagues, who are mourning the loss of a talented therapist and devoted mother. The family has not yet announced funeral arrangements, but they will be communicated at a later date.

As news of Coach Lara's passing spreads, the global community is coming together to offer condolences to her family and loved ones. The media personality's impact on local broadcasting and his personal story will be remembered for years to come.