Kaylah Walton
Tragedy has struck the community as news of the passing of TikTok star Rachel Yaffe spreads. The 27-year-old had been bravely battling complex cancer for several years.
Rachel was diagnosed with a rare form of liver cancer a few years ago, and her family confirmed her death in a public obituary. She tragically passed away on Friday, October 11.
Throughout her fight, Rachel remained engaged with her loyal fans and supporters, having been diagnosed with fibrolamellar hepatocellular carcinoma when she was only 20 years old.
Support From Her Followers
Amassing over 55,000 followers on TikTok, the influencer consistently chronicled her journey and her treatment process, sharing candid moments from her life.
In her last TikTok video posted in September, Rachel provided updates on her life and mentioned her ongoing struggle with stage 4 cancer.
She reflected on her challenges in the video shared on the first day of the month, stating, “It’s been a little bit difficult both physically and mentally, but I’m working on really just focusing on the small things that bring me joy, and prioritizing my mental health as well,” which would be her final message to her followers.
