“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.”
Kelley Mack’s Rare Cancer Diagnosis.
In a post confirming her diagnosis, Kelley, who was best known for her role as Addy in the popular zombie drama series, disclosed her symptoms included “persistent lower back pain” that led her to believe she had slipped a disc”. She continued: “A few weeks later, I had neuropathic itching in my right quad.
“And then, 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 shared that emergency MRI scans in November unveiled an unusual mass in her spinal cord, leading to her diagnosis with diffuse midline glioma – a rare form of astrocytoma cancer. The National Cancer Institute defines diffuse midline gliomas as “primary central nervous system (CNS) tumors,” which originate in the brain or spinal cord.
Kelley disclosed that due to the biopsy surgery on her spinal cord, she lost the use of her right leg and most of her left leg, necessitating the use of a walker and wheelchair for mobility. She shared her journey of relearning to walk with the assistance of her partner, even attempting to climb stairs. In a video documenting her progress shared in March, she lightened the mood with a joke: “Life has also had its ups and downs lately am I right lol.”
Who was Kelley Mack’s boyfriend?
In the same post, Kelley offered a rare glimpse into her personal life. The voiceover artist was known to be dating Logan Lanier, although details about their relationship remain sparse. The couple moved in together in September of the previous year, a milestone Kelley announced on her social media account.
Updating her followers from the hospital on January 3, Kelley confirmed that she had relocated to the new apartment approximately a month before her cancer diagnosis.
Logan, who is believed to be a budding golfer with several accolades under his belt, has been described by Kelley as “always by my side.” She also mentioned that he’s been honing his skills on an indoor golf simulator.
Delving into Kelley Mack’s family background
Hailing from Cincinnati, Ohio, Kelley grew up with two younger siblings, Kathryn and Parker Mack. Following in Kelley’s footsteps, Parker pursued a career in entertainment, landing roles in MTV’s “Faking It” and the drama series “Chasing Life.”
Kelley opened up about moving closer to her family during her radiation treatment, expressing gratitude for their “such a supportive and loving family” as she faced her health challenges. While Kelley’s social media presence often focused on her medical journey, she occasionally gave followers a peek into her personal life, such as sharing moments like her father pushing her in her wheelchair.
In 2022, Kelley posted a heartfelt tribute to her brother on his birthday, saying: “I love my brother so much. Today’s his birthday, and I am so thankful for his kindness, love, intellect, and humor. Here are photos of us over the years, supporting each other in doing what we love. He’s one of my biggest cheerleaders and I am 100% one of his. I mean, look at that face!”.
She expressed similar sentiments for her “caring, hilarious” sister on her birthday. After Kelley’s passing, her sister took to Instagram Stories to share the heartbreaking news.
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