CoppaFeel! founder Kris Hallenga dies from breast cancer aged 38

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The campaigner lived with terminal breast cancer for 15 years after receiving her diagnosis at the age of 23

May 6, 2024 12:51 pmShe had been living with terminal breast cancer for 15 years after receiving herMs Hallenga campaigned tirelessly for breast cancer awareness with her London-based charity, focusing on promoting early detection and encouraging women under 30 to regularly check for symptoms.

A statement on the charity’s website said: “She hasn’t lost a battle, she wasn’t in a fight and she certainly wouldn’t want you to see her death as tragic.Ms Hallenga’s breast cancer was terminal by the time it was diagnosed in 2009. “Kris’ ambition was for no one else to find themselves in her position and so CoppaFeel! was born, to ensure breast cancers are diagnosed early and accurately,” the charity said.

The campaigner was described by the charity as a “founder, boob chief, colleague, friend and queen of glittering turds.” “She approached life in a wildly creative, fun and fearless way, and showed us that it is possible to live life to the full with cancer,” CoppaFeel! added.

 

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