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Scottish Sun
9 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Heartbreaking video shows smiling Walking Dead star Kelley Mack in brave cancer fight before her death aged just 33
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HEARTBREAKING video shows actress Kelley Mack re-learning to walk - just months before her death at the age of 33. Mack, who played Addy in season nine of The Walking Dead, died on Saturday after battling the aggressive cancer diffuse midline glioma. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 7 Kelley Mack and her dad in the snow in a photo posted in February Credit: Instagram / itskelleymack 7 Kelley shared her health updates on Instagram Credit: Instagram 7 A photo shared by Kelley after her first day of proton radiation in January Credit: Instagram 7 Kelley played Addy in the Walking Dead Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk In a January Instagram post, Kelley explained what led to her being diagnosed with the cancer. She revealed she started to experience back pain - a month after moving into a new apartment with her boyfriend Logan. But, her symptoms worsened. "The shooting pains in my legs and back began, which resulted in me having to sleep in a recliner for a month because laying down was too painful," she wrote on Instagram. She was diagnosed with the illness after an abnormal mass was found on her spinal cord. read more on celebrity STAR GONE The Walking Dead star dies aged 33 after cancer battle as family pay tribute She underwent proton radiation and documented her health battle. She revealed that she lost the use of her right leg and most of her left. But, she also shared milestones. In late March, Kelley posted a video marking a major milestone - regaining the ability to walk up and down a flight of stairs. "I've been up and down these stairs now 2x in the past few days," she wrote. "It's a big deal for me (Life has also had its ups and downs lately am I right lol)." In the video, her boyfriend Logan was described as a "stairs king" as he helped her. Friends praised Kelley as she navigated the basement stairs. She continued to share updates about her work despite her illness. She stars in the comedy-drama Universal, alongside Inbetweeners actor Joe Thomas. What is Diffuse midline gliom? DIFFUSE midline glioma is a rare, aggressive form of cancer that predominately affects children and young adults. Tumors tend to form in the brain or spinal cord and the cancers are classified as grade IV. Symptoms: Double vision Swallowing problems Weakness on one side or both sides of the body Loss of balance The cause of diffuse midline glioma is unknown. Surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy are used to try and manage the cancer. Patients can be put forward in trials for new immunotherapy or chemotherapy drugs. The five-year survival rate is 42.2%, according to the National Cancer Institute Just under 4,000 people across the US are living with the type of cancer. TRIBUTES POUR IN Kelley died on August 2 in Cincinnati after her brave battle with central nervous system glioma. "It is with indelible sadness that we are announcing the passing of our dear Kelley," her family said in a statement announcing her death. "Such a bright, fervent light has transitioned to the beyond, where we all eventually must go. "Kelley passed peacefully on Saturday evening with her loving mother Kristen and steadfast aunt Karen present. "Kelley has already come to many of her loved ones in the form of various butterflies. "She will be missed by so many to depths that words cannot express." A life celebration is to be held on August 16. Kelley's sister said she was so "f**king proud" of the actress. "And as her sister, I want you all to know how brave that tough SOB was, especially when she decided to make the leap to be reunited with God. "I'm so f**king proud of her." On June 17, Kelley promoted the premiere of the movie Universal. She vowed to attend the premiere with the director of the movie, Stephen Portland. This turned out to be her final Instagram post. She played Ricky in the film which is yet to be released. Kelley played Penelope Jacobs in Chicago Med, starring in one episode in 2022. She also appeared in shows such as 9-1-1, Schooled, and The College Tapes. 7 CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – OCTOBER 14: Actress Kelley Mack on the red carper for 'Broadcast Signal Intrusion' during the 57th Chicago International Film Festival at the AMC River East Theater on October 14, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by) Credit: Getty 7 Actress Kelley Mack and baseball legend George Foster in a photo posted in February Credit: Instagram
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Daily Mail
Disney and Universal dethroned as top theme parks
In a big win for a small-town Tennessee treasure, Dollywood has been crowned the best amusement park in the US for the second year in a row. TripAdvisor's annual list , based on thousands of traveler reviews, ranks Dollywood above giants like Disney's Magic Kingdom and Universal's Islands of Adventure. But despite Disney's enormous crowds — the Orlando parks draw up to 58 million guests a year, compared to Dollywood's 3 million — it was the Smoky Mountains park that won visitors' hearts. Knoebels Amusement Resort in Pennsylvania jumped from eighth to third place, followed by Universal's Islands of Adventure, Fun Spot America, and Silver Dollar City. Whale's Tale Waterpark in New Hampshire cracked the top 10, nudging out Busch Gardens. TripAdvisor reviewers praised Dollywood not only for its rides but for its warmth, affordability, and charm. One visitor described it as 'a place to celebrate Dolly Parton's life,' blending Southern hospitality with thrill rides and family fun. Tickets to Dollywood range from $92 to $132, with water park access available for an additional $10. Meanwhile, some Disney fans are pushing back against the rankings — and recent park changes. Gavin Doyle, founder of Disney news site called Disneyland 'the most charming and impressive theme park resort in the US,' and questioned why it didn't make the top list. 'Dollywood is a great small theme park... but Walt Disney World delivers a great vacation experience at impressive scale,' he told Daily Mail. Meanwhile, Forbes also named Dollywood the top US employer for women, based on surveys of more than 140,000 women across large companies. 'We are proud of the ways we've empowered women across our organization — from leadership development to flexible scheduling and mentorship programs,' said Dollywood vice president of human resources Susan Loveday. Disney has faced criticism for high prices and the axing of rides. One guest was furious after paying $1,394.91 for a 'bargain' day out at Disney with his family of four. Fans also criticised the park for its decision to replace Star Wars: Launch Bay with a new experience called The Magic of Disney Animation at Hollywood Studios. Fans have also been grieving the loss of the Muppet Vision 3D show and the removal of Tom Sawyer Island in Frontierland .
BBC News
3 days ago
- BBC News
Kettering's Wicksteed Park 'different' to Universal's plans
The managing director of one of the UK's oldest theme parks said it would continue to offer something "different" as plans for a Universal Studio nearby this year, an appeal was launched to save Wicksteed Park, in Kettering, Northamptonshire - founded in 1921 - amid "unprecedented financial difficulties".Universal has sought planning permission for a new attraction in Bedford, about an hour away, which could feature some of the biggest rides in Richardson said the two parks could not be compared "like with like", and said Wicksteed was "very different to thrill-seeking parks". Visitors currently enjoy free access to the 291-acre (114-hectare) park, but must pay for parking and individual also offers venues for weddings and parties and also Kettering's Parkrun."Not everyone comes here for the rides," said Ms Richardson."Universal is going to be a major park with high-octane fully immersive ride experiences. "For many people it will be a once in a generation visit. "The beauty of Wicksteed Park is that it's free to enter, you can visit as many times as you like and have a different experience every time you come here." Despite its financial worries, Ms Richardson said charging people to access the parkland "would be the last thing we would want to do".She said: "We're not unique in experiencing those [financial challenges]. "Across the industry there are recent reports of theme parks in the UK closing down. "We've always relied on tickets and wristbands to the rides and attractions [to] generate enough income to keep this wonderful green open space open for free - and that's getting harder and harder."The park in Kettering was founded in 1921 by Charles Wicksteed. It has created fond memories for generations of people from the has also been a centre for theme park log flume - opened in 1926 - is said to be one of the oldest water-based rides in the world. Follow Northamptonshire news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
