Mia Jaye, partner of Young Dolph, launches online series to explore loss, healing and hope

Bob Mehr, Memphis Commercial Appeal
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Mia Jaye, the partner of late Memphis rapper Young Dolph, has launched a new online series to help others dealing with loss. Jaye’s “Color My Grief" Instagram Live series debuted April 5 and will run for five episodes into early May.

Co-hosted by actress Cecelia Friday (“Snowfall," "S.W.A.T.”) the program promises to “explore every aspect of grief, from understanding its causes and effects to navigating the path towards healing.”

"Grief is a universal experience, but it's a deeply personal journey as well," Jaye said. "With 'Color My Grief,' I hope to create a space where people can feel seen, heard, and supported as they navigate loss. Together, we can find ways to color our grief with hope and healing."

Mia Jaye, partner of Young Dolph, speaks to people gathered along Dunn Avenue between Airways Boulevard and Hayes Road during a ceremony renaming the street to honor the late rapper on Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021.
Mia Jaye, partner of Young Dolph, speaks to people gathered along Dunn Avenue between Airways Boulevard and Hayes Road during a ceremony renaming the street to honor the late rapper on Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021.

Jaye was the fiancée of Memphis hip-hop artist and Paper Route Empire label mogul Young Dolph, and the mother of his daughter, Aria, and son, Tre Tre. Dolph, born Adolph Thornton Jr., was shot and killed inside Makeda's Homemade Butter Cookies on Airways Boulevard in November 2021. Three suspects are awaiting trial in connection with Dolph’s murder, with proceedings expected to start in June.

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According to a news release announcing the program, "Color My Grief" will “delve into the complexities of loss, including themes of remorse, managing difficult emotions, and finding resources for support.” The Instagram Live series will feature interviews with guests sharing their own experiences with grief. Among those set to appear are podcast host Madison McGhee, poet and motivational speaker Ian Manuel, and Gregory Jackson Jr., gun violence survivor and deputy director of the Office of Gun Violence Prevention.

On May 4, "Color My Grief" will culminate in an interactive virtual workshop led by Chicago artist Pierra Brown focusing on art therapy. Those wanting to participate in the workshop can purchase an art supply and apparel bundle designed by Young Dolph's daughter, Aria.

For more information on "Color My Grief," including episode schedules, IG Live details and workshop registration, go to Mia Jaye’s Instagram page @iammiajaye or her website, blackmendeservetogrowold.com.

This article originally appeared on Memphis Commercial Appeal: Young Dolph's partner Mia Jaye launches online grief support series