Her Diagnosis and Legacy
Anna Grace was diagnosed in late 2024 with Grade 4 diffuse midline glioma, a rare and aggressive brain tumor. In one early video she said, “I really do think that we’re gonna fight this and beat this, whatever it is.” Her GoFundMe, which now serves as a memorial, has raised over $66,000. Though gone, her faith and strength continue to inspire.

TikTok Star Anna Grace Phelan Dies at 19 After Battle with Brain Cancer

A Courageous Life Shared Online
Anna Grace Phelan, a 19-year-old TikTok creator, passed away on May 23, 2025, after bravely documenting her fight with brain cancer. Her videos touched thousands, offering a raw, faith-filled look at life with a terminal illness. Her mother announced her passing on TikTok, saying, “She never let go of her faith… Even in the hardest moments, she brought comfort to others — even strangers — through a screen.”

Her Final Goodbye
Anna Grace’s last video, posted a week before her death, showed her thanking Tim Tebow for a care package that included a devotional book and a handwritten letter. Despite struggling to speak and breathe, she smiled gently and said, “Thank you, Tim.” Set to soft music, the video became a space for followers to express their grief and admiration.

A Short Life of Impact
Born in Orlando in 2005 and raised in Georgia, Anna Grace had just graduated high school and planned to start college when her diagnosis came. She had worked at a dermatology clinic and was deeply involved in church activities. Her obituary called her “a joyful presence.” Her funeral is scheduled for May 29 at Galilee Christian Church, with donations requested for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation.