Taylor died at the age of 25…
Around R1 million has been raised on GoFundMe in memory of 25-year-old TikTok sensation Taylor Rousseau.
The Texas star passed away over the weekend, just weeks after sharing his health struggles with his 1.4 million followers on TikTok.
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“I want to die.”
Rousseau opened up about her illness in one of her candid TikTok videos, revealing that there were times when she felt like giving up.
She revealed that she had been ill for a long time but had no idea what was wrong.
“One girl said I looked like I had the energy of life sucked out of me, and to be honest, that's true for a time,” she said.
“Every day I feel like I'm fighting for my life. When I didn't necessarily know what was wrong with me, I would lie in bed, writhing in pain, just wanting it to end, just wanting to die. I don't necessarily feel that way now, but I feel like I have to live and fight to be here.”
More than R800,000 has been raised in memory of Taylor Rousseau
Shortly after the announcement of Rousseau's death, a GoFundMe campaign was launched in her honor.
By Wednesday morning, just days after her death, fans had donated $49,475 (about R871,148) towards the $100,000 (about R1,760,785) goal.
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The funds will help her family cover memorial expenses and honor her legacy.
In a statement shared on the GoFundMe page, the family expressed gratitude for the love and support.
“Her spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. We appreciate everyone's respect and privacy for our family at this time.”
The family also mentioned plans to organize a charity in Rousseau's memory, adding: “She would like those who loved her to celebrate her life.” Further details will be announced soon. ”
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