John Refoua Death: How did John Refoua die?

John Refoua has been reported dead after a long battle with bile cancer on May 14, 2023, at the age of 58. He was diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma, a rare bile duct cancer, 15 months ago.

His death was announced by his wife of many decades, Selena Bell, via a Facebook post. She released a lengthy statement that gave information about his cause of death and funeral arrangement.

“Dear friends, my brilliant, sweet, creative husband John Djahanshah Refoua passed away last night, May 14 surrounded by family and friends who loved him. He was diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma, a rare bile duct cancer, 15 months ago. Despite the pain and complexities of this aggressive disease, he faced it with courage and grit. He continued to work and edit on James Cameron’s Avatar 3 right up to his final weeks. His life’s trajectory was quite unique and anything he touched, he made better. He loved music, movies, politics, traveling, vintage cars, science fiction, and his 4-year-old granddaughter, Avery Sophia. We will miss his generosity and wisdom. A celebration of John Refoua’s life is being planned and details will be posted. Thank you to everyone who helped him and spent time with him this last year,” she wrote.