Who Was Bella Bradford? TikToker Announces Her Own Death In Final Video

Australian TikTok star Bella Bradford, whose real name was Isabella Bradford, passed away on October 15 after a battle with a rare form of cancer known as rhabdomyosarcoma, which had affected her jaw.

TikTok Star Bella Bradford, 24, Announces Her Own Death After Rare Cancer Battle

Bradford, aged 24, left her followers with a heartfelt farewell through her last TikTok post, shared on October 31, two weeks after her passing. The influencer’s final message was shared as a "Get Ready With Me" video, a style that had become her signature on the platform, where she inspired countless fans with her candid and uplifting spirit. In her last post, she shared a poignant message for her followers. “I hope that you can look back on all my videos and find a little bit of joy in your day if you ever need a pick-me-up,” she expressed.

"Remember that you live every day, and you only die once, so make every day count.” 

She closed with a touching goodbye, saying, "Thank you guys so much for this wild and wonderful ride. I hope you all have beautiful, amazing lives. I wish all the best for every single one of you.” Bradford’s farewell video ended with a caption stating that she “died peacefully surrounded by the people she loves most."

In her official death notice, Bella’s family shared her wish for any memorial contributions to go to cancer-related charities instead of flowers. Among her chosen charities were Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, Rare Cancers Australia, Cancer Chicks, and Head and Neck Cancer Australia. “She faced her cancer with the same resilience and positivity she brought to all aspects of her life,” her death notice read, highlighting her spirit throughout her struggle.

Diagnosed in 2021, Bradford openly documented her journey with rhabdomyosarcoma, including her treatments and surgeries. In her videos, she spoke of the gruelling reality of living with cancer, which included radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and multiple surgeries. After some time in remission, the cancer eventually returned, and she continued to share her journey online. Her transparency about the physical and emotional challenges of her battle helped raise awareness of rare cancers and inspired many of her followers to find strength in difficult times.

More About Rhabdomyosarcoma

According to Mayo Clinic, Rhabdomyosarcoma is a rare cancer that originates from a cluster of cells in soft tissues, which are responsible for supporting and connecting various organs and body parts. This cancer most commonly begins in muscle tissue.

While rhabdomyosarcoma can develop in any part of the body, it is more frequently found in areas such as: head and neck, urinary system, including the bladder, reproductive organs, such as the uterus, vagina, and testes, and arms and legs.

Treatment for rhabdomyosarcoma typically includes a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. The specific approach depends on factors like the tumour’s location, size, and whether it has spread to other parts of the body.