Anna Grace Phelan, a 19-year-old TikTok influencer from Georgia, passed away on May 23, 2025, after a courageous battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive and incurable brain cancer. Her family confirmed her death in a heartfelt message posted to her TikTok account, expressing gratitude for the support and prayers from her followers. (The Sun, FOX 5 Atlanta)
Born on October 12, 2005, in Orlando, Florida, Anna Grace was diagnosed with glioblastoma in September 2024, just days before she was set to begin her freshman year of college. Her initial symptoms included numbness in her face and leg, vision problems, and balance issues, which led to an MRI revealing a lesion on her brain. A subsequent biopsy confirmed the diagnosis. (WSB-TV Channel 2 – Atlanta, New York Post, People.com)
Despite the grim prognosis, Anna Grace chose to document her journey on TikTok, sharing her experiences, faith, and resilience with her growing audience. She gained over 150,000 followers who were inspired by her honesty and strength. (The Sun)
In one of her final videos posted on May 14, Anna Grace revealed that her tumor had grown into an inoperable area affecting her breathing. She acknowledged the severity of her condition but remained hopeful, stating, “It would take a miracle, but I’m not giving up yet.” (People.com, New York Post)
Anna Grace’s funeral service was held on May 29 at Galilee Christian Church in Jackson County, Georgia, with burial following at the church cemetery. She is survived by her parents, William “Buddy” Phelan and Nadine Phelan, her brother Harper David Phelan, and extended family. (New York Post)
A GoFundMe campaign established in her name has raised over $65,000 to assist with medical expenses and support her family. (New York Post)
Anna Grace Phelan’s legacy lives on through the countless lives she touched with her unwavering faith and courage in the face of adversity.(The Sun)
