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2 of 80 Photos in Gallery Just weeks after discovering from an at-home genetic
test that she was positive for a BRCA2 gene mutation, which is linked to a
significantly higher possibility of developing breast or ovarian cancer, "Today"
show contributor Jill Martin learned in June 2023 that -- despite having a clear
mammogram in January 2023 -- she had already developed breast cancer. In July
2023, she announced plans to undergo a mastectomy and other treatment. In the
fall of 2023, she will also have a preventative hysterectomy "as my chances of
getting ovarian cancer are now 20% higher, according to my doctors. That is not
a percentage I am willing to live with," she wrote in an essay for "Today,"
noting that her grandmother died from breast cancer and her mother "had a double
mastectomy in her late 40s after being diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ,
often referred to as stage 0 breast cancer." Jill's father was also tested and
learned he, like her, is BRCA2 positive, so he will now "get screened and stay
vigilant about breast, prostate and pancreatic cancer, which he now knows he's
at a higher risk for," she added.MORE: Stars we've lost to the coronavirus
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Just weeks after discovering from an at-home genetic test that she was positive
for a BRCA2 gene mutation, which is linked to a significantly higher possibility
of developing breast or ovarian cancer, "Today" show contributor Jill Martin
learned in June 2023 that -- despite having a clear mammogram in January 2023 --
she had already developed breast cancer. In July 2023, she announced plans to
undergo a mastectomy and other treatment. In the fall of 2023, she will also
have a preventative hysterectomy "as my chances of getting ovarian cancer are
now 20% higher, according to my doctors. That is not a percentage I am willing
to live with," she wrote in an essay for "Today," noting that her grandmother
died from breast cancer and her mother "had a double mastectomy in her late 40s
after being diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ, often referred to as stage
0 breast cancer." Jill's father was also tested and learned he, like her, is
BRCA2 positive, so he will now "get screened and stay vigilant about breast,
prostate and pancreatic cancer, which he now knows he's at a higher risk for,"
she added.

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Annabelle Ham, a content creator who gained a following on YouTube for her
videos about fashion and her daily life, died on July 15. She was 22.

Her family confirmed the sad news, and a cause of death has not been made
public.

Annabelle's sisters Amelia and Alexandria both shared the news on social media
alongside meaningful tributes.

"Sometimes i don’t understand why god does things but, i can’t even put into
words how hard this is," Amelia wrote. "annabelle was such a good sister to
alexandria, and me...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.

She went on, "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. i can’t
wait to give u a big hug one day."




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Annabelle's other sister, Alexandria, wrote, "There will never be words for how
heartbroken my family and I are. Annabelle was such a light to the world. A
spark-plug. If you knew Annabelle, you loved her and loved being around her. She
loved others so well too. Please keep my family in your prayers. 💛."

News of Annabelle's death was also shared by the Beta Zeta chapter of Alpha
Omicron Pi sorority, of which Annabelle, who attended Kennesaw State University,
was a member.

The announcement noted her passing, before saying, "Annabelle lived a vibrant
life, brought smiles into every situation, and was cherished by all who knew
her. Our sisterhood is completely heartbroken for the Ham family and for a
beautiful life tragically cut short."








Many continue to share their condolences for the tragic loss and send love to
Annabelle's family and friends as they mourn her passing. 

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