PRAYERS: Zeus Reality Star Pee Wee From Two Ways With Erica Mena Tragically Killed

Reality television has been rocked by devastating news as Pee Wee, a standout cast member from Zeus Network’s Two Ways With Erica Mena, has been confirmed dead following a fatal shooting in Missouri.

Pee Wee, whose real name was Jardyn Walker, was only 23 years old. According to authorities, he was reported missing after failing to meet his sister following a delivery shift in University City, Missouri. Family members grew concerned when he stopped responding to calls and messages, prompting a missing person report.

Police later tracked Pee Wee’s cellphone to an alley in the Central West End neighborhood. Officers responding to reports of gunfire discovered him unresponsive with gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene in the early morning hours of January 21, 2026.

Investigators moved quickly. A suspect identified as Jamaal Jones, age 27, was stopped by police shortly after the shooting in the same area. Authorities confirmed he was armed at the time of the stop. Prosecutors have since charged Jones with first degree murder, armed criminal action, and tampering with evidence in connection to Pee Wee’s death.

The news sent shockwaves through the Zeus Network community. Erica Mena publicly reacted on social media, posting emotional tributes and expressing heartbreak over the loss. Several cast members from Two Ways With Erica Mena also shared memories of Pee Wee, describing him as upbeat, genuine, and full of life both on and off camera.

Fans who watched the series flooded social media with condolences, noting how Pee Wee’s personality stood out during filming. Many expressed frustration and heartbreak over yet another young life lost to gun violence, especially someone who appeared to be on the brink of new opportunities.

Beyond reality television, Pee Wee was working toward building stability for himself and his family. Friends say he stayed connected with those he met through the show and remained optimistic about his future. His sudden death has reignited conversations about safety, violence, and how quickly lives can be taken.

As the legal process unfolds, loved ones are left grieving a life cut short, while fans continue to mourn someone they watched chase love and opportunity on screen.