'RHOA' Star Kim Zolciak's Ex 'Big Poppa' Dead at 68
Lee Najjar, known as "Big Poppa," the mysterious ex of Real Housewives of Atlantastar Kim Zolciak, has died at age 68.
Najjar's daughter, Katelin, confirmed the news via social media on Wednesday, April 22.
While his cause of death is unknown, Katelin shared touching tributes to her Instagram Story.
"I loved when he wrote me cards, he knew it meant everything to me," she shared over a photo of an old birthday card.
"You will always have my whole heart. I am so proud of you and your accomplishments and always love you," her father's message read.
In the early days of Real Housewives of Atlanta, Zolciak was reportedly in a "sugar daddy" relationship with Najjar. While he never appeared on screen, fans knew him as "Big Poppa."
Najjar leaves behind his wife, Kimberly, and two children, daughter Katelin and son Jeremy.
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This story was originally published April 22, 2026 at 4:37 PM.