In a devastating turn of events, Tiffany Smith Cofield, known as Tee on Instagram, shared the heartbreaking news of losing her sister, Britney Murphy, and their mother, Sherie Smith, in a violent car accident on June 19, 2023. Tee took to Instagram to express her grief and urged her followers to cherish their loved ones.
The accident occurred shortly after Murphy, a popular TikToker with a growing following, and her mother left Tee’s home in Houston, Texas, en route to a Juneteenth event. Tee tragically stumbled upon the crash scene, realizing her worst fears had come true.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Tee paid tribute to her sister, describing her as “That Girl Britney Joy” and expressing her pride in Britney’s accomplishments. She also penned a touching message to her mother, highlighting her love, guidance, and protection throughout their lives.
Murphy’s presence on TikTok had rapidly grown, amassing over 400,000 followers in just four months.
As Tee prepares to bid farewell to her sister and mother, she vows to honor their memory and ensure they are sent off with the love and respect they deserve.
