In Memoriam
Titi Branch, co-founder of Miss Jessie’s natural hair care line, dead at 45
Titi Branch, one of the co-founders of the successful natural hair care line, Miss Jessie’s, died Dec. 4
Titi Branch, one of the co-founders of the successful natural hair care line, Miss Jessie’s, died Dec. 4, according to an obituary by NV Magazine.
Death details
The magazine said it was an apparent suicide but there has been no official confirmation.
On Sunday, a memorial service was held for the natural hair care line.
About Titi Branch
Branch, who opened a natural hair salon in 1997 with her sister Miko, rose to national recognition when their brand, Miss Jessie’s and a slew of hit products, including, her signature creation, Miss Jessie’s Curly Pudding, became a big hit at Target, Wal-Mart and other retail stores nationwide.
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