Current:Home > InvestTikTok content creator Taylor Rousseau Grigg died from rare chronic condition: Report -Keystone Wealth Vision
TikTok content creator Taylor Rousseau Grigg died from rare chronic condition: Report
View
Date:2025-04-15 15:15:20
The family of TikTok personality Taylor Rousseau Grigg revealed the cause of the 25-year-old’s recent passing.
Taylor, who had an audience of 1.5 million followers on the social media platform, died as a result of complications from asthma and Addison’s disease, a representative confirmed with TODAY.com.
The lifestyle influencer reportedly died on October 4. Her husband, Cameron, shared his grief in a heart wrenching post on Instagram.
“No one ever expects to have to deal with this kind of pain and heartache, especially at our age. This past year Taylor has dealt with more pain and suffering than most people do in a lifetime,” he explained about his late wife. “And in spite of that she still has been such a light and always brought joy to everyone around her. “
He described Taylor as “brave and strong,” adding “her confidence in the Lord outweighed every other circumstance she’s faced, even in her darkest hours. I know she’s saved my life and so many others out there.”
The couple shared a video celebrating their one year anniversary in August.
TikTok creators:TikTok star now charged with murder in therapists' death: 'A violent physical altercation'
Addison’s disease is a rare condition
According to the Cleveland Clinic, Addison’s disease is a rare chronic condition that happens when the adrenal glands “don’t produce enough of the hormones cortisol and aldosterone.”
Symptoms include adnominal pain, diarrhea, muscle pain, nausea and vomiting, fatigue, hyperpigmentation, and low blood pressure, per the medical center. It commonly impacts individuals who are between 30 and 50. One in 100,000 people suffer from the disease.
In an interview with Newsweek, a woman named Laura Bates opened up about her experience living with Addison’s disease following the news of Taylor’s death. She has been grappling with the condition since the early 2000s.
"My main symptoms were extreme, bone-aching tiredness, weakness, unintentional weight loss, thirst, salt craving, dizziness and low blood pressure,” Bates told the outlet. “Later, I noticed discolored patches of skin, particularly on my legs. This is known as 'the Addison's tan.'"
During the summer, Taylor posted a health update for her followers. In the video, she spoke about letting go of a facade and being at peace with her family. She also responded to someone saying that she looked like “the life” was drained out of her.
“I feel like I’m fighting for life every day. When I didn’t necessarily know what was wrong with me, I would be in bed.. in pain just wishing to be dead,” Taylor said tearfully. “Because I just wanted it to end. And I don’t necessarily feel that way now but like I said I feel everyday like I have to fight to live, to be here. It just sucks.”
Cameron shares GoFundMe
In his statement, Cameron shared a GoFundMe. Cameron mentioned that Taylor was in and out of the hospital during their marriage and they did not have insurance. He also noted that her organs were being donated.
“It is with our deepest condolences that we acknowledge the passing of Taylor, who has now spread her wings. Her spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew her,” the caption said.
As of Friday afternoon, nearly $52,000 has been raised so far. The goal is set at $100,000.
According to the GoFundMe, the family is planning to orchestrate a benefit in her name to celebrate her life.
Taylor Ardrey is a news reporter for USA TODAY. You can reach her at tardrey@gannett.com.
veryGood! (18)
Related
- Nevada attorney general revives 2020 fake electors case
- 'Swarm' is about how we're doing fandom wrong
- Stranger Things' David Harbour Shares Heartfelt Reaction to Noah Schnapp's Coming Out
- Why a portrait artist from Ireland started making comics about U.S. police brutality
- Where will Elmo go? HBO moves away from 'Sesame Street'
- Heather Rae El Moussa Shares Newborn Son Had Jaundice and Tongue, Cheek and Lip Ties
- 2 novels to cure your winter blahs: Ephron's 'Heartburn' and 'Pineapple Street'
- Why J Balvin Prioritizes Teaching His Son About Love and Being Happy
- Biden administration makes final diplomatic push for stability across a turbulent Mideast
- How 'Abbott Elementary' helps teachers process the absurd realities of their job
Ranking
- 'Malcolm in the Middle’ to return with new episodes featuring Frankie Muniz
- Biden taps Lady Gaga to co-chair an arts advisory committee that dissolved under Trump
- Inside Bruce Willis' Family Support System: How Wife Emma, His Daughters and Ex Demi Moore Make It Work
- Eva Marcille, Dr. Jackie Walters and Lauren-Ashley Beck Get Real About Being Black on Reality TV
- Meet the volunteers risking their lives to deliver Christmas gifts to children in Haiti
- Former President Jimmy Carter, 98, to Receive Hospice Care
- In 'Old God's Time,' Sebastian Barry stresses the long effects of violence and abuse
- Gwyneth Paltrow wins her ski crash case — and $1 in damages
Recommendation
In ‘Nickel Boys,’ striving for a new way to see
Pras Michel stands trial in Washington, D.C., for conspiracy and other charges
A daughter confronts the failures of our health care system in 'A Living Remedy'
WWE apologizes for using image of Auschwitz concentration camp in a promo video
What were Tom Selleck's juicy final 'Blue Bloods' words in Reagan family
Jessica and Ashlee Simpson Reunite With Parents Tina and Joe for Rare Family Photo
Suki Waterhouse Shares Rare Insight Into Romance With Boyfriend Robert Pattinson
Pink Responds After Being Accused of Shading Christina Aguilera With Lady Marmalade Criticism