Katherine McCollough Death Los Angeles CA Obituary: Katherine Early McCollough, the girlfriend of performer Reggie Watts, has died, according to a statement shared by family and friends. Her passing has been met with an outpouring of grief from those who described her as vibrant, humorous, and deeply compassionate.
In a tribute written in her voice and shared publicly, McCollough was remembered as “the sweetest and funniest person that ever walked the Earth,” described as radiant and enchanting, with a personality that left a lasting impression on everyone she met.
The message reflected her trademark humor and irreverence, noting that she believed she had not truly left but had instead “returned to the wholeness of consciousness,” suggesting a spiritual continuity beyond physical life.
It also joked that she loved nearly everyone she encountered—except, humorously, anyone who had been unkind to her sister Colleen, though even then, she was described as incapable of sustaining lasting anger.
Her family is now facing both emotional grief and logistical challenges following her death. According to the statement, arrangements must be made to transport her remains internationally, a process described as financially burdensome. A crowdfunding campaign has been established to assist her mother and sister with repatriation costs and potential memorial services in her home state of South Carolina.
Organizers of the fundraiser emphasized that contributions should only be made by those in a position to do so, adding a lighthearted reflection consistent with McCollough’s personality. Friends say the page was created with the permission of her family to help honor her memory and support her loved ones during a difficult time.