Kris Hallenga, the inspirational founder of breast cancer awareness charity CoppaFeel!, has passed away at the age of 38 on May 6, 2024.
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Hallenga, who battled terminal breast cancer for 15 years, dedicated her life to encouraging millions of women to regularly check their breasts for early signs of cancer.
Diagnosed at the young age of 23, after being dismissed by her GP for over a year, Hallenga turned her personal struggle into a powerful mission to educate young people about breast cancer, aiming for early and potentially life-saving diagnoses.
Fearne Cotton, broadcaster and author, paid tribute to her friend, saying, “She lived more fully than I’ve ever seen anyone live.”
CoppaFeel! confirmed her passing in a statement, praising Hallenga’s fearless and vibrant approach to life. They emphasized her impact in showing that it’s possible to live fully even with cancer.
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Aside from her charitable endeavors, Hallenga was also known for her work as a columnist at The Sun and as the author of the best-selling book, Glittering a Turd, which chronicles her journey of self-discovery after receiving her terminal diagnosis.
In 2014, her life and advocacy were featured in the documentary Kris: Dying to Live, which aired on BBC Three. In the documentary, she reflected on her journey, saying, “I feel like I’m a voice for other girls going through cancer. Every day that I enjoy, that I am grateful for, is another level of acceptance for me.”
Her legacy lives on, inspiring countless individuals to live life to the fullest and advocating for early detection of breast cancer.
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