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10-year-old TikTok star tragically passes away

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Bella Brave, a 10-year-old TikTok star, has tragically passed away, as confirmed by her mother, Kyla Thomson. Bella, known for her bravery, died peacefully on Sunday, leaving behind a powerful legacy. Kyla shared the news on TikTok, accompanied by a video of Bella dancing to “Never Enough” from “The Greatest Showman.” Bella, who battled health issues including dwarfism, Hirschsprung’s disease, and severe combined immunodeficiency, touched the lives of many with her courage and spirit.

Despite facing complications from a lung infection and being placed in a medically induced coma at SickKids Hospital in Toronto, Bella’s fighting spirit shone through. Ryan Reynolds even visited Bella in the hospital after her bowel transplant surgery. Bella’s positive attitude and resilience in the face of adversity inspired many.

Bella’s passing has left her family devastated, but they are grateful for the outpouring of love and support. As they mourn the loss of their beloved daughter and sister, they are encouraging others to remember Bella’s bravery and keep her memory alive. Bella will always be remembered for her light, love, and courage, and her impact on those who knew her will never be forgotten.


Vocabulary List:

  1. Legacy /ˈlɛɡəsi/ (noun): Something handed down from an ancestor or a predecessor.
  2. Adversity /ədˈvɜːr.sɪ.ti/ (noun): A difficult or unpleasant situation.
  3. Resilience /rɪˈzɪl.jəns/ (noun): The ability to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.
  4. Complications /ˌkɒmplɪˈkeɪʃənz/ (noun): Difficulties that arise in a situation making it more complex or challenging.
  5. Induced /ɪnˈdjuːst/ (verb): Caused to happen often through a specific action or influence.
  6. Courage /ˈkʌrɪdʒ/ (noun): The ability to do something that frightens one; bravery.

How much do you know?

What age was Bella Brave when she passed away?
8 years old
10 years old
12 years old
15 years old
Which health issues did Bella Brave battle against?
Dwarfism Cancer Asthma
Hirschsprung’s disease Severe combined immunodeficiency Sickle cell anemia
Diabetes Heart disease Arthritis
Allergic reactions Migraines Anxiety
Where was Bella Brave placed in a medically induced coma?
Seattle Children's Hospital
SickKids Hospital in Toronto
Mayo Clinic in Minnesota
Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore
Which song did Bella Brave dance to in the video shared on TikTok?
Let It Go - Frozen
Never Enough - The Greatest Showman
Can't Stop the Feeling! - Trolls
Shake It Off - Taylor Swift
Who visited Bella Brave in the hospital after her bowel transplant surgery?
Selena Gomez
Ryan Reynolds
Beyoncé
Will Smith
How did Bella Brave leave behind her legacy?
Through her artwork
By starting a charity foundation
Through her bravery courage and positive attitude
By writing a bestselling book
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