Anna Grace Phelan, a 19-year-old TikTok influencer from Jefferson, Georgia, passed away on May 23, 2025, after a courageous battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. Her family announced her death via a heartfelt message on her TikTok account, expressing gratitude for the support and prayers from her followers. Parade+9DeepNewz+9Newsweek+9Radar Online+4The Sun+4New York Post+4
Phelan was diagnosed with stage 4 glioblastoma in September 2024, shortly before she was set to begin her freshman year of college. Her initial symptoms included numbness in her face and leg, balance issues, and vision problems. An MRI and subsequent biopsy confirmed the presence of an inoperable malignant brain tumor. Radar Online+3TheWrap+311Alive+3The Independent+7DeepNewz+7Newsweek+7
Throughout her illness, Phelan documented her journey on TikTok, sharing updates about her treatments, symptoms, and unwavering faith. Her candid posts resonated with many, amassing a following of nearly 140,000 people. In one of her final videos posted on May 14, she revealed that her tumor had grown into an inoperable area, affecting her breathing and mobility. Despite the grim prognosis, she remained hopeful and asked her followers to continue praying for a miracle. TheWrap+2People.com+2People.com+2TMZ+2The Independent+2People.com+2TheWrap+3People.com+3The Sun+3The Sun
Phelan’s faith was a central theme in her life and online presence. She often spoke about her relationship with God, providing comfort and inspiration to her audience. Her family echoed this sentiment in their announcement, stating, “So many of you have followed her journey through a difficult battle with cancer and bore witness to her powerful testimony of faith.” Parade+8People.com+8Newsweek+8
Beyond her online persona, Phelan was known for her involvement in her local community. She graduated from Jefferson High School in May 2024 and worked as a receptionist at Georgia Skin Cancer and Aesthetic Dermatology. She was an active member of Galilee Christian Church, participating in church camps and youth group activities. TheWrap+311Alive+3Newsweek+3
A GoFundMe campaign established to support Phelan’s medical expenses raised over $65,000, reflecting the widespread support and love she received. New York Post+1The Sun+1
Phelan is survived by her parents, William “Buddy” and Nadine Phelan, her brother Harper, her grandparents, and extended family. Her funeral service is scheduled for May 29 at Galilee Christian Church in Jackson County, Georgia. People.com+4People.com+4Radar Online+4ComingSoon+8Radar Online+8The Sun+8
Anna Grace Phelan’s legacy lives on through the lives she touched with her strength, faith, and openness in sharing her journey
