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New York Post
3 hours ago
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- New York Post
Chicago news anchor Diane Pathieu's hero firefighter husband Nicholas Adamski dies after battling cancer
A Chicago TV news anchor's hero firefighter husband has died after years of battling stage 4 brain cancer. ABC 7 Chicago traffic anchor Diane Pathieu's husband, Nicholas 'Nick' Adamski, died 'peacefully' in hospice care on May 27, the outlet reported. He was 42 years old. Advertisement 4 Nick Adamski died after being diagnosed with stage 4 brain cancer in 2020. Facebook / Diane Pathieu ABC7 Adamski, a member of the Milwaukee Fire Department, had been diagnosed with stage 4 glioblastoma in December 2020 after suddenly collapsing just before Christmas. Pathieu shared a black-and-white photo of her husband announcing her death on Thursday in a touching post on Instagram. Advertisement 'My angel, Nicholas 'Nick' Adamski, has gained his wings. He was surrounded by love and peace. Firefighter. Husband. Advocate. Hero,' Pathieu wrote. 'Nick faced stage 4 glioblastoma brain cancer with unmatched courage, grace, and an unshakable belief in PMA—Positive Mental Attitude.' The Chicago news anchor said her husband will be remembered as a man who 'served others, uplifted everyone he met, and never stopped smiling—even through the hardest days.' 4 Adamski was the husband of ABC 7 Chicago traffic anchor Diane Pathieu. Facebook / Diane Pathieu ABC7 Advertisement 'Forever in our hearts. I love you for always sweetheart,' she wrote. 'Keep that PMA. Love hard. Help others. And never, ever give up, and as Nick would say 'peace and veggie grease.'' The post announcing her husband's death came days after Pathieu shared on X that she would be stepping away from work 'for a bit' to care for him. During his time as a Milwaukee firefighter, Adamski had earned the Medal of Valor for saving an infant from a fire, according to ABC 7. Advertisement 4 The Chicago news anchor said her husband will be remembered as a man who 'served others, uplifted everyone he met, and never stopped smiling—even through the hardest days.' American Brain Tumor Association However, his life changed when he was rushed to Lutheran General Hospital in 2020 after collapsing. His devastating cancer diagnosis came despite having no prior symptoms, and he was given slightly over a year to live. 'The only thing I remember is my right leg going up and shaking everything,' Adamski told ABC 7 in 2022. 'After that, I couldn't tell you anything.' 4 During his time as a Milwaukee firefighter, Adamski had earned the Medal of Valor for saving an infant from a fire. Facebook / Diane Pathieu ABC7 Adamski continued to defy the odds for years, becoming an advocate for hope through appearances on podcasts, television, and radio, where he spread his signature message of 'PMA: Positive Mental Attitude.' Following his death, the American Brain Tumor Association referenced Pathieu's Instagram tribute to him on their Facebook page. Advertisement 'We are deeply saddened by the passing of Nicholas 'Nick' Adamski, beloved husband of ABC7 Chicago's Diane Pathieu. A devoted firefighter, fierce advocate, and GBM warrior, Nick faced grade 4 glioblastoma with extraordinary courage, grace, and his signature PMA—Positive Mental Attitude,' the association wrote. 'Through every challenge, Nick never stopped smiling. He served others, inspired hope, and uplifted everyone around him. His legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew him—and in the countless lives he touched. 'To Diane and all who loved him, the ABTA community stands with you in love and remembrance. As Nick would say: 'Peace and veggie grease.' Adamski is survived by Pathieu, his devoted parents, stepfather, loving in-laws, brother, two sisters-in-law, two cherished nieces, and a nephew, according to his obituary in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
Daily Mail
9 hours ago
- General
- Daily Mail
TV anchor heartbroken as firefighter husband, 42, dies just years after devastating diagnosis
A Chicago television news anchor is mourning the loss of her firefighter husband after following a grueling and courageous battle with stage 4 brain cancer. Diane Pathieu, who broadcasts for ABC 7, revealed how her spouse Nicholas Adamski passed away last week at the age of 42. Adamski died after attempting to fight the cancer for four years having been diagnosed shortly before Christmas in 2020, after suffering a seizure that left him collapsed and unconscious. Adamski always faced long odds but managed to live years beyond his initial glioblastoma prognosis, refusing to surrender even as the disease ravaged his body. In a raw and emotional tribute posted on Instagram, Pathieu shared a black-and-white photo of her husband. 'My angel, Nicholas 'Nick' Adamski, has gained his wings. He was surrounded by love and peace. Firefighter. Husband. Advocate. Hero. 'Nick faced stage 4 glioblastoma brain cancer with unmatched courage, grace, and an unshakable belief in PMA - Positive Mental Attitude. 'He was a man who served others, uplifted everyone he met, and never stopped smiling - even through the hardest days. Forever in our hearts. I love you for always sweetheart. Keep that PMA. Love hard. Help others. And never, ever give up, and as Nick would say, "peace and veggie grease."' The comment section beneath the post quickly flooded with condolences, words of support from friends, colleagues, and complete strangers, many of whom had never met Nick personally. Before illness struck, Adamski had been a Milwaukee firefighter. He was hailed a hero after he once rushed into a burning building to save an infant, an act of courage for which he received the Medal of Valor - the highest honor a firefighter can earn. His selflessness was legendary among his peers and remained unshaken even after his diagnosis. According to ABC 7, Adamski first realized something was wrong when he suffered a seizure in December 2020, collapsing without warning. 'The only thing I remember is my right leg going up and shaking everything,' Adamski recounted. 'After that, I couldn't tell you anything.' Doctors at Lutheran General Hospital delivered the devastating news that he had stage 4 glioblastoma, the most aggressive and lethal form of brain cancer. Even with aggressive treatment, the prognosis was grim with patients typically given about a year to live. But Adamski refused to let a number define his future. His battle cry became three simple letters: PMA - Positive Mental Attitude. A memorial service was held for Nicholas 'Nick' Adamski on Saturday afternoon Adamski stepped into the public eye and attempted to use his diagnosis as a platform to inspire others. He and his wife Pathieu became vocal advocates for brain cancer awareness. The American Brain Tumor Association (ABTA) paid tribute to Adamski in a statement that echoed the depth of feeling over the loss of Adamski's. 'We are deeply saddened by the passing of Nicholas 'Nick' Adamski, beloved husband of ABC7 Chicago's Diane Pathieu,' the organization wrote. ' A devoted firefighter, fierce advocate, and GBM warrior, Nick faced grade 4 glioblastoma with extraordinary courage, grace, and his signature PMA - Positive Mental Attitude. 'Through every challenge, Nick never stopped smiling. He served others, inspired hope, and uplifted everyone around him. His legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew him - and in the countless lives he touched.' In his final days, Adamski entered hospice care, surrounded by love and by those he had spent his life protecting. Pathieu announced she would be stepping away from social media to spend his remaining time by his side. ABC 7 Chicago issued its own statement of condolence: 'Nick's life was defined by service, strength, and a deep compassion for others. As a member of the Milwaukee Fire Department, he earned the Medal of Valor for saving an infant from a fire. Not only did Nick fight that vicious disease with bravery, but he also inspired others. 'He became a public voice for hope with his signature message of PMA: Positive Mental Attitude. As Diane says, Nick never judged and never complained. He simply loved.' Those who knew Adamski personally speak of a man who remained kind, selfless, and hopeful even as the disease eroded his physical strength. He never wavered in his resolve to 'love hard, help others, and never, ever give up' - a mantra that Pathieu vowed in her post to carry on.
Yahoo
a day ago
- General
- Yahoo
Multiple officers down in Baldwin Park
Law enforcement are responding to reports of multiple Baldwin Park police officers down Saturday evening. California Highway Patrol were helping respond to the incident in Baldwin Park located near 4200 Filhurst Avenue, said Megan Curtiss. Curtiss said it was unclear at this point how many officers were involved. One person had been taken into custody, she said. A suspect had barricaded themselves at the scene and two officers had been taken to the hospital, according to ABC7. The officers' conditions were not immediately known. This is a developing story and will be updated. Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Valerie Mahaffey's Cause of Death Released by Husband
The cause of death has been released for a beloved star of Northern Exposure, Seinfeld and other iconic television series. Valeria Mahaffey was 71 years old when she died. She had a lengthy list of screen credits that included films like Seabiscuit and the television and streaming series Man in the High Castle and Big Sky. She also had appearances on iconic series like Glee, Grey's Anatomy, The West Wing, and Frasier. Mahaffey played an accountant who briefly dated George Costanza in Seinfeld. "Heartbroken to hear of Valerie Mahaffey's passing. Her unforgettable performance as Patrice on Seinfeld helped establish the show in the early years. A true talent whose legacy will live on in our laughter and memories. Rest in peace, Valerie," a fan wrote on X. Mahaffey's husband, actor Joseph Kell, told Variety that Mahaffey's cause of death was cancer. She died on May 30 in Los Angeles, he told the publication. 'I have lost the love of my life, and America has lost one of its most endearing actresses. She will be missed,' Kell said to Variety. According to Variety, Mahaffey won an Emmy award for her role as Eve on Northern Exposure. Most recently, she was appearing on the Apple TV+ series Echo 3, her IMDb profile says. Her daughter Alice wrote in a statement, according to ABC7's George Pennacchio, 'I don't really have the words to say right now. Cancer sucks. I'll look for you in all the fun moments of life. I know that's where you'll be.'Valerie Mahaffey's Cause of Death Released by Husband first appeared on Men's Journal on May 31, 2025
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
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Chicago TV Anchor's Husband Dies at 42 After Brain Cancer Diagnosis: 'Forever in Our Hearts'
Nicholas 'Nick' Adamski, the husband of ABC 7 Chicago Traffic Anchor Diane Pathieu, has died at age 42 Adamski had been diagnosed with stage 4 glioblastoma brain cancer in December 2020, after a seizure led to him being rushed to the hospital 'He was a man who served others, uplifted everyone he met and never stopped smiling — even through the hardest days," Pathieu said of Adamski following his death Tuesday, May 27A Chicago TV news anchor's husband has died at just 42 years old after being diagnosed in recent years with brain cancer. Diane Pathieu, an ABC 7 Chicago traffic anchor, said that her husband, Nicholas 'Nick' Adamski, died in hospice on Tuesday, May 27, per ABC 7. He had been diagnosed with stage 4 glioblastoma in 2020. Pathieu shared a black-and-white photograph of Adamski on Instagram alongside a heartfelt message to announce his death. It came just days after a post revealing her plans to take time away from social media to focus on caring for him. 'My angel, Nicholas 'Nick' Adamski, has gained his wings. He was surrounded by love and peace,' Pathieu wrote in the caption of her announcement. 'Firefighter. Husband. Advocate. Hero." 'Nick faced stage 4 glioblastoma brain cancer with unmatched courage, grace and an unshakable belief in PMA — Positive Mental Attitude,' she continued. 'He was a man who served others, uplifted everyone he met and never stopped smiling — even through the hardest days." 'Forever in our hearts. I love you for always, sweetheart,' Pathieu concluded. 'Keep that PMA. Love hard. Help others. And never, ever give up, and as Nick would say, 'Peace and veggie grease.' ' The comment section of the post was flooded with messages from people sharing their condolences. Before being diagnosed with brain cancer on Dec. 21, 2020, Adamski was a beloved member of the Milwaukee Fire Department and was awarded the Medal of Valor for saving an infant from a fire, ABC 7 reported. Adamski previously recounted that he was diagnosed after a seizure caused him to collapse just before Christmas in 2020. He was rushed to Lutheran General Hospital, where he was diagnosed with cancer despite having previously had no symptoms. "The only thing I remember is my right leg going up and shaking everything," Adamski said, per ABC 7. "After that, I couldn't tell you anything." He was given slightly over a year to live, even once he began treatment for the 'aggressive' disease that is the most common type of malignant brain tumor in adults. As he continued to defy the odds throughout the years, the former firefighter became an advocate for hope with his signature message of 'PMA: Positive Mental Attitude' amid his treatment for the disease, per the outlet. Pathieu joined her husband in being a speaker at the annual Lou and Jean Malnati Brain Tumor Institute Minds Matter event in 2023, with the aim of fundraising for brain cancer. Photos from the event shared on Facebook and Instagram appeared to show them in good spirits. Following Adamski's death this week, the American Brain Tumor Association referenced Pathieu's Instagram tribute to him alongside a photo of the couple shared on their Facebook page. 'We are deeply saddened by the passing of Nicholas 'Nick' Adamski, beloved husband of ABC7 Chicago's Diane Pathieu,' the group wrote. 'A devoted firefighter, fierce advocate, and GBM warrior, Nick faced grade 4 glioblastoma with extraordinary courage, grace, and his signature PMA—Positive Mental Attitude. 💙 'Through every challenge, Nick never stopped smiling. He served others, inspired hope, and uplifted everyone around him,' the ABTA added. 'His legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew him—and in the countless lives he touched. 'To Diane and all who loved him, the ABTA community stands with you in love and remembrance. As Nick would say: 'Peace and veggie grease,' ' they said, echoing Pathieu's post. Read the original article on People
