Current:Home > FinanceSurpassing Quant Think Tank Center|How YouTuber Annabelle Ham Refused to Let Struggle With Epilepsy Control Her Life Before Tragic Death -WealthTrack
Surpassing Quant Think Tank Center|How YouTuber Annabelle Ham Refused to Let Struggle With Epilepsy Control Her Life Before Tragic Death
TradeEdge View
Date:2025-04-09 17:11:41
YouTube star Annabelle Ham didn't let epilepsy define her.
In fact,Surpassing Quant Think Tank Center the 22-year-old "refused to let it control her life and always lived life on her terms" before her devastating death, according to her loved ones.
"Annabelle's spirit shone like a beacon of kindness and compassion, lighting up the lives of everyone around her," read a GoFundMe cmpaign set up in her honor and shared by the influencer's sister Amelia Ham on Instagram Story. "She could illuminate a room like no one else. Annabelle was always sensitive to everyone's needs and would often embody a dancer, a singer, the life of the party, an encourager, or a shoulder to cry on for those who needed it."
However, per the description, Annabelle's journey "included a specific type of epilepsy she struggled with for years."
"Annabelle was an inspiration to us all," the page continued, "to enjoy life every day, make friends whenever possible, and always have a good time."
To continue Annabelle's legacy, the GoFundMe campaign noted that her family "plans to raise awareness about epilepsy, a cause that was close to Annabelle's heart by partnering with the Epilepsy Foundation."
Annabelle, a Georgia native, was a student at Kennesaw State University and a member of the Beta Zeta chapter of Alpha Omicron Pi sorority. She was a social media intern at the Dickey Broadcasting Company—which oversees 680 The Fan—at the time of her death, according to the Atlanta-based radio station.
The influencer died on July 15 after experiencing "an epileptic event," her family previously said. In a July 18 Instagram post, they family shared they were "heartbroken" over the tragic loss.
"Annabelle was beautiful and inspiring," their joint statement read. "She was, and will forever be, so so loved."
In the wake of Annabelle's passing, her sister Amelia penned a personal tribute honoring her "amazing" sibling.
"She was amazing, she has gone to so many places seen and done so many things," Amelia wrote on Instagram July 17. "she was so sweet, so pretty with the most bluest eyes ever, she was always happy and lighted up every room. but god was ready for her. i know she always wanted to live life to the fullest, that's what we have to do now. and i know she is dancing around in heaven right now."
For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News AppveryGood! (8)
Related
- Apple iOS 18.2: What to know about top features, including Genmoji, AI updates
- Charli XCX makes it a 'Brat' night during Sweat tour kickoff with Troye Sivan: Review
- Travis Hunter shines as Colorado takes care of business against Colorado State: Highlights
- How new 'Speak No Evil' switches up Danish original's bleak ending (spoilers!)
- Jorge Ramos reveals his final day with 'Noticiero Univision': 'It's been quite a ride'
- Reese Witherspoon Reveals Epic Present Laura Dern Gave Her Son at 2024 Emmys
- Eugene Levy takes jab at 'The Bear' being a comedy in hilarious Emmys opening
- 2024 Emmys: Jesse Tyler Ferguson's Hair Transformation Will Make You Do a Double Take
- New Mexico governor seeks funding to recycle fracking water, expand preschool, treat mental health
- Hailey Bieber's Dad Stephen Baldwin Describes Her and Justin Bieber's Baby Boy Jack
Ranking
- How to watch new prequel series 'Dexter: Original Sin': Premiere date, cast, streaming
- Which candidate is better for tech innovation? Venture capitalists divided on Harris or Trump
- We went to almost 30 New York Fashion Week shows, events: Recapping NYFW 2024
- 2024 Emmys: Hannah Montana's Moisés Arias Proves He's Left Rico Behind
- McConnell absent from Senate on Thursday as he recovers from fall in Capitol
- 2024 Emmys: Watch Ayo Edebiri Flawlessly Deliver Viral TikTok Sound
- Emmy Awards 2024 winners list: See who's taking home gold
- Shedeur Sanders refuses to shake Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi's hand after win vs Colorado State
Recommendation
2025 'Doomsday Clock': This is how close we are to self
‘The Life of Chuck’ wins the Toronto Film Festival’s People’s Choice Award
Texas on top! Longhorns take over at No. 1 in AP Top 25 for first time in 16 years, jumping Georgia
Privacy audit: Check permissions, lock your phone and keep snoops out
Intel's stock did something it hasn't done since 2022
Privacy audit: Check permissions, lock your phone and keep snoops out
Four Downs and a Bracket: Billy Napier era at Florida nears end with boosters ready to pay buyout
Even the Emmys' Hosts Made Fun of The Bear Being Considered a Comedy