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Young Twin's Race Against Time Ends Tragically
1 Jul
Summary
- 24-year-old Caitlin Leggett lost her battle with leukemia.
- Her identical twin sister Grace was a potential donor.
- A fundraiser raised over £100,000 in just eight days.
Caitlin Leggett, a 24-year-old, has died following a courageous battle with acute myeloid leukemia. Her diagnosis in April 2025 revealed she and her twin sister, Grace, were identical twins, a surprise that complicated treatment as Grace was initially deemed ineligible to donate stem cells. After chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant in December 2025, Caitlin entered remission, but the cancer recurred in May 2026, giving her an estimated six months to live.
A GoFundMe campaign was initiated on June 2, 2026, to fund potentially curative treatment abroad. The initiative quickly surpassed expectations, raising over £100,000 by June 10. Despite this outpouring of support, Caitlin experienced a severe brain bleed and multiple strokes on June 13, 2026. She passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Her family found solace that her passing was swift, avoiding a prolonged period of suffering. Caitlin and Grace had shared a close bond, even studying together at the University of Bristol. The funds raised will be donated to the Teenage Cancer Trust and Leukaemia UK, supporting vital nursing roles and research.
