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Hoody Laveye Dead At 33

Fans take to social media to express shock and grief.

According to social media post and an obituary obtained by Icon City News adult entertainer and Hampton Roads socialite Hoody Lavaye has passed away from a heart attack. Fans of Hoody Laveye (born Justin Reshaud Smiley) took to social media to share their memories and condolences for the family.


While an autopsy report has not been made public, family and friends say that Smiley passed away of a heart attack on Wednesday, December 8, 2021. Despite having issues with substance abuse friends tell us that he had recently turned his life around.


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