The Jackson, Mississippi, journalism community is grappling with shock after the sudden death of Celeste Wilson, the weekend anchor for 16 WAPT News.
Wilson, only 42, passed away from a heart attack, according to the station.
Her death comes just months after joining WAPT, where colleagues said her professionalism and warmth quickly left a mark. Wilson’s passing has not only stunned the newsroom but also raised broader questions about how a life so full of promise could be cut short so suddenly.
A graduate of Arizona State University with a Master’s degree in journalism, Wilson began her career at the CBS affiliate in Monroe, Louisiana, before stepping into her role in Jackson…