Toukie Smith, the Philadelphia-born model and actress best known for playing Eva Rawley on NBC’s 227, has died at 74. She built an impressive fashion career, working with designers including Givenchy, Thierry Mugler, and Yves Saint Laurent before moving into television and film. Smith also shared a long relationship with Robert De Niro, with whom she welcomed twins, Airyn and Julian, in 1995. Her children confirmed she had battled multiple sclerosis for years, remembering her courage, beauty, and lasting influence. Beyond her glamorous career, Smith endured painful family losses and leaves behind a legacy celebrated by her children and generations of admirers.
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