Bella Bradford, a beloved 24-year-old TikTok influencer known for her fashion-focused “Get Ready With Me” videos, has passed away after a courageous battle with a rare, terminal form of cancer. Bradford’s final video, recorded during the last stages of her illness and shared posthumously on October 31, gave her followers a heartfelt goodbye and a reminder to cherish each day.
Diagnosed in 2021 with Rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare cancer in her jaw muscle, Bradford shared her journey openly with her 13,500 followers, blending stories of her medical challenges with her love for fashion. Her last video opens with Bradford dressed in a stylish khaki halter dress, cardigan, and ballet flats, saying goodbye and expressing gratitude for the support of her followers. She thanked viewers for joining her “on this fun journey” and encouraged them to “live each day with significance,” adding, “What a privilege it is to grow old.”
As part of her farewell, Bradford reflected on the connections she formed through TikTok, sharing that her community had given her “a sense of purpose” during her final months. Her family confirmed that she passed peacefully on October 15, surrounded by loved ones.
Throughout her illness, Bradford used her platform to offer advice and comfort to others facing their own battles, often sharing words of encouragement and tips for those supporting loved ones through illness. Many fans expressed sadness at her passing, celebrating her strength and kindness, with one follower saying, “Slayed until the very end. Sad to see a soul so lively go to heaven so early.”
Bradford’s last message to her followers was one of gratitude and a call to appreciate life’s beauty. “Thank you for allowing me to be myself on this platform,” she wrote in her final post, urging viewers to “make every day count.”
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