The world is mourning the loss of 10-year-old TikTok star Bella Thomson, affectionately known as "Bella Brave," who passed away on Sunday, July 14th, after a battle with a lung infection. Bella's mother, Kyla Thomson, shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram, stating that Bella "passed peacefully in our arms."
Actor Ryan Reynolds, who had formed a special bond with Bella during a hospital visit last year, expressed his deep sadness over her passing. In an Instagram story, Reynolds described Bella as "so funny and so charming," recalling her "razor-sharp wit" and how she "took zero s—t from anyone. Particularly me." He extended his condolences to Bella's family and the staff at The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, who cared for her with unwavering dedication.
The heartwarming encounter between Reynolds and Bella, which took place following her intestinal transplant, was captured in a TikTok video that garnered over three million views. In the video, Reynolds asked Bella if she was nervous about the surgery, to which she nonchalantly replied, "Meh," a response that Reynolds admired.
Bella and her mother, Kyla, amassed a following of 7 million on TikTok by sharing Bella's experiences with various health conditions, including severe combined immunodeficiency and Hirschsprung's disease. Kyla encouraged Bella's fans to keep her memory alive and to remember her bravery and love of life.
Fans and followers poured their condolences into the comments section, expressing their gratitude for the joy and laughter Bella brought into their lives and celebrating her enduring legacy.
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