Heather Walker, the Boston Celtics’ vice president of public relations has died at age 52 following a battle with brain cancer.
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Walker was diagnosed with stage 4 glioblastoma in July 2021 and died Wednesday, according to her family.
Walker established the “Move 4 Heather” initiative during her cancer battle, encouraging people to be active, post images on social media, and give to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
At the time she died, nearly $650,000 had been raised for cancer research through the campaign.
President Joe Biden met with Walker last year in Boston to discuss his “cancer moonshot” ambitions to decrease cancer mortality in half over the next 25 years. Glioblastoma is the same type of brain cancer which claimed the life of President Biden’s son Beau.
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In a statement, The Boson Celtics eulogized Walker, calling her “a boundlessly charismatic, giving, and selfless soul.”
The team said in a statement:
“Every room she entered was brighter for her presence. As anyone who knew her could attest, her abundant positive energy and kindness should not be mistaken for any lack of fortitude or determination when such qualities were required.”
Our hearts and sympathy are with Heather’s loving family and friends, whom she cherished. She will remain part of our fabric for as long as the Celtics go on. pic.twitter.com/bUGiaL53A1
— Boston Celtics (@celtics) April 26, 2023
Walker is survived by her husband Steven and daughters Taylor and Samantha.
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