Janey Thompson, daughter of WBT radio host Bo Thompson, dies after complications from blood clot

She was a sophomore at Wake Forest University and was a biophysics major.
She was a sophomore at Wake Forest University and was a biophysics major.
Published: Apr. 10, 2024 at 4:03 PM EDT
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Janey Thompson, the daughter of WBT Morning Show Radio Host Bo Thompson, has passed away after suffering complications from a blood clot, according to the radio station.

Janey died on Tuesday, April 9. She was a sophomore at Wake Forest University and was a biophysics major.

While at Wake Forest, she was a member of the National Society of Physics Students, Sigma Pi Sigma, and Delta Delta Delta sorority.

She was a 2022 graduate of Myers Park High School where she played varsity basketball and softball.

The radio station released the following statement regarding the passing of Janey:

The WBT and Radio One family is deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Bo Thompson’s daughter, Janey. There are no words to provide adequate comfort under these circumstances, but we are committed to supporting Bo and his family in any way possible during this difficult time. We know that the WBT Community of listeners joins us in prayers for the Thompson family.