Stephen Sutton, a teenage cancer victim who raised more than $5 million for charity, died on Wednesday, his family has announced on Facebook.
Sutton, 19, was battling bowel cancer and raised money through his Teenage Cancer Trust.
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In April, Sutton posted a message on Facebook, saying goodbye to his friends and family and thanking everyone for their support.
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His condition deteriorated on Tuesday, and he was readmitted to the hospital due to regrowth of tumors, which have been blocking his airways. “Unfortunately in the last 24 hours Stephen's condition has deteriorated to where he can no longer communicate through this page himself," Stephen's family wrote on Facebook.
British leaders and celebrities, including UK Prime Minister David Cameron and comedian Ricky Gervais, expressed their condolences for the British teen's death on Twitter.
I'm deeply saddened to hear that Stephen Sutton has died. His spirit, bravery and fundraising for cancer research were all an inspiration.— David Cameron (@David_Cameron) May 14, 2014
RIP Stephen Sutton. A true hero & inspiration to us all. #stephensstory— Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais) May 14, 2014
An incredible young man leaves his legacy behind! Selfless and inspiring! Lets keep his message going! #stephensstory— Barney Harwood (@BarneyHarwood) May 14, 2014
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