10-Year-Old TikTok Star Bella Brave Passes Away After Battle with Rare Health Issues
The TikTok community is mourning the loss of 10-year-old Bella Brave, who died on July 14, following complications from a lung infection. Bella, born Isabella Thomson, captivated over 7 million followers with her inspiring health journey.
A Heartfelt Farewell
Bella’s mother, Kyla Thomson, shared the heartbreaking news on social media on July 15. “Our brave girl left her legacy here on earth to dance on streets of gold,” she wrote on Instagram. “Bella passed peacefully in our arms. Please keep her name on your lips, her memories alive and her bravery in your hearts.”
Thomson also posted a TikTok video of Bella dancing in a purple dress to “Never Enough” by Loren Allred from “The Greatest Showman.” In the caption, she encouraged followers to share how Bella touched their lives. “Bella would want you to remember; God is love, be brave and you are never too old to bring a stuffy,” she added Baddiehub Ari Electra
The Final Days
On the day of Bella’s death, her mother posted an emotional update on Instagram, expressing the numbness and overwhelming fear of losing her child. Just a week earlier, on July 10, Bella had been placed in a medically induced coma after experiencing complications from a lung infection. She was intubated in the ICU on July 9.
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A Legacy of Bravery
Bella’s supporters left heartfelt messages in the comments of her latest TikTok video, expressing their sorrow and admiration for her strength and positivity.
“I too came for an update and now left crying my eyes out. This is heartbreaking. We are all for the better in knowing Bella Brave. May she rest in eternal peace,” one commenter wrote.
“Quietly I’ve followed this account and watched her live her best life and not complain once… this is heartbreaking. I am so very sorry to hear this news. She is a true hero,” another added.
Overcoming Unimaginable Challenges
Bella Brave was born with three rare medical conditions: dwarfism, Hirschsprung disease, and severe combined immunodeficiency. According to Canadian radio station CJME, having all three conditions together is virtually unheard of. In 2020, Bella was placed on a list for a bowel transplant, which she received at SickKids Hospital in Toronto in 2023.
A Touch of Hollywood
Canadian actor Ryan Reynolds visited Bella after her transplant, and several videos of their interaction went viral. One video of Reynolds sitting on the floor next to Bella’s hospital bed received 3 million likes, showcasing the impact of her story.
Bella Brave Vision of Heaven
Before her death, Bella Brave shared her thoughts on heaven with People magazine: “Heaven has a lot of clouds, a big castle built of clouds. God would be there.”
Conclusion
Bella Brave’s life, though short, left an indelible mark on millions. Her bravery, positivity, and spirit will continue to inspire those who followed her journey. As her mother beautifully put it, “Bella passed peacefully in our arms. Please keep her name on your lips, her memories alive and her bravery in your hearts.”