A young model and social media influencer passed away due to a rare type of cancer shortly after her runway debut. Sydney Towle, aged 26, lost her battle with stage four cholangiocarcinoma, a cancer affecting the bile ducts, which she was diagnosed with at 23. Despite the disease typically afflicting older individuals, Sydney bravely shared her journey on social media, where she had a significant following of 1.1 million accounts.
Sydney’s family confirmed her passing on social media, expressing their love and pride for her fighting spirit. She had recently participated in Miami Swim Week, where she made her runway debut. Prior to her death, Sydney had been candid about her treatments, including undergoing experimental therapies like tumour-infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapy as her cancer spread.
Her brother, Austin Towle, shared the news of Sydney’s transition to hospice care on TikTok just days before her passing. Sydney’s openness about her battle with cancer and her positive spirit resonated with many online followers. Despite her young age and the rarity of her diagnosis, Sydney’s courage and grace inspired those who followed her journey.
