Who was Coffey Anderson's former partner? Everything about the late Criscilla Anderson.

Coffey Anderson is grieving the loss of his former wife, Criscilla Anderson. The couple tied the knot in 2009 and shared three children together. Their family moments were often showcased on social media and through the reality series Country Ever After, highlighting both joyful holidays and Criscilla's battle with cancer.

Although the couple was in the process of divorcing, Coffey paid tribute to Criscilla on Instagram on December 2, shortly after her passing was announced in a posthumous message shared by her friend and photographer Lindsey. Coffey described Criscilla, who was 45, as a person who "defined strength and fighter like no other person on the planet." He also shared her words: "if you see a butterfly, that will be me. If you miss me, a butterfly will show up. Remember.Ill be there with you."

Criscilla Andersons Career and Life

Criscilla grew up in Los Angeles and became a skilled hip-hop dancer. She performed with major artists including Snoop Dogg, Britney Spears, and Rihanna, before becoming a choreographer for the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. In 2024, she served as a judge for the cheerleading auditions, describing it as an "honor" and a highlight of her career.

Criscilla was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in 2018 and documented her treatment journey online. She was declared cancer-free in 2021, but the disease returned the following year. She often spoke about the challenges of living with cancer, describing it as a chronic condition that required mental preparation for setbacks.

Family Life

Coffey and Criscilla met at a church in Los Angeles and began dating in 2008. They married the following year and had three children: Ethan, Emmarie, and Everleigh. Criscilla also acted as a stepmother to Savannah, Coffey's daughter from a previous relationship. She frequently shared moments of motherhood on social media, supporting her children in sports and cheerleading activities.

Reality TV and Collaborations

The couple starred in Netflix's Country Ever After in 2020, offering viewers a look into their family life, careers, and Criscilla's health challenges. They also collaborated professionally on Coffey's music, including Criscilla appearing in the music video for his song "Tailgate."

Posthumous Message

Criscilla's passing was shared through a posthumous Instagram message, stating she had "slipped into the arms of Jesus peacefully and surrounded by love." She encouraged her family not to dwell in sorrow and left heartfelt words for her children, describing them as her "whole heart" and promising to continue watching over them. Her message concluded with the hashtag #everybutterfly, symbolizing her enduring presence.

Author: Logan Reeves