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Young Warrior Charlie's Brave Battle Ends at Nine
17 Feb
Summary
- Social media star Charlie Meza passed away at age nine from brain cancer.
- Charlie was diagnosed with aggressive medulloblastoma at just three years old.
- A GoFundMe for Charlie's funeral has raised over $94,000 to support her family.
Social media sensation Charlie Meza has passed away at the age of nine following a courageous fight against brain cancer. Her mother, Taylor, announced the tragic news on Instagram, sharing that Charlie was now 'free'.
Charlie was diagnosed with medulloblastoma, a severe form of brain cancer, at the young age of three. Her family, under the social media handle 'Cheering for Charlie,' had garnered a significant following of over 100,000 people who followed her health journey.
In the days leading up to her passing, friends initiated a GoFundMe campaign to help with funeral expenses and to provide support to Taylor, her husband Alecs, and their younger sons, Theo and Jackson. As of February 16, the fundraiser had garnered over $94,000 toward its $150,000 goal.
Medulloblastoma is a fast-growing tumor originating in the cerebellum, affecting coordination and balance. Tributes have poured in from users worldwide, remembering Charlie as a "sweet courageous warrior" and offering deep condolences to her family.
