
What Happened to Amanda Hanson? The Newswoman Has Died at Age 38
By Melissa WilletsJan. 26 2024, Published 10:12 a.m. ET
A beloved former Arkansas newswoman who labored at Action News 5 in Memphis died at 38 years old.
Amanda Hanson is being remembered by way of colleagues at both stations following her premature passing.
What happened to Amanda? While details are sparse, here's what we all know in regards to the death of the dedicated journalist, including what enthusiasts are pronouncing in the wake of the surprising loss.
So, what happened to Amanda Hanson?
Amanda was once a valued member of the Memphis Action News Five team when she died.
The young journalist joined the station in 2021 as its Leader of Digital Innovation. Colleagues are remembering her "infectious energy," "unwavering dedication," and "innovative spirit."
"Beyond her professional accomplishments, Amanda was an extraordinary person," the station reported. It was also shared that Amanda had only lately married her husband Darren.
Meanwhile, KAIT News, the place she formerly labored, noted that "Amanda was a great journalist and dear friend to many."
Both announcements simply discussed that she suffered a medical emergency and passed away due to headaches.
A well known journalist from Memphis, Amanda Hanson, kicked the bucket all of a sudden. Former K8 anchor and journalist, her colleague Ryan Vaughan shared this sorrowful information on social media. The statement, devoid of elaborations, conveyed the stark truth of her passing.
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What used to be Amanda Hanson's explanation for demise?
At this time, there are no explicit details being shared about how Amanda died, instead of that she suffered from scientific headaches.
This leaves the door open for folks to speculate about what happened, but once more, no additional data was to be had for the many viewers which are surprised to find out that Amanda is gone.
This is Awful. Amanda used to be a ravishing person who in reality cherished the scoop biz. Life in point of fact isn’t honest. My condolences to her circle of relatives.
— George Brown (@georgebrownmem) January 26, 2024Until additional information is available, former colleagues and lovers are sharing their condolences on-line.
"We at Flinn Broadcasting are saddened by the passing of Amanda," a former employer tweeted. "Amanda was apart of our team for a period in the early 2000s as a weekend DJ. Her energy and passion for life and her love for her family was one of kind. We are thinking and praying for her husband and family."
"So very sad for her and family. She was very sweet and kind," a fan said.
We sign up for the numerous co-workers and audience which might be mourning Amanda, and ship our condolences to her family.
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