A teenage influencer with Down’s syndrome has died of cancer aged 16 after a one-year battle with the disease.
Paula Cisneros helped raise awareness of her genetic condition and was loved by her 2.9million fans on Instagram and TikTok.
Her family and friends have been left completely heartbroken by their loss.
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It was on 12 December last year when Paula’s sister, Sara Cisneros, revealed that her younger sibling had been diagnosed with cancer.
Paula’s fans became concerned after Sara, who is also an influencer, shared a video of herself visiting her sister at the hospital in November.
After undergoing various tests it was confirmed that Paula, who was from the Extremadura region in Spain, had a sarcoma.
It was Sara who announced the passing of her sister, as reported by Need To Know.
The 29-year-old said: “From today, our girl with the eternal smile rests, smiles, dances and sings without pain and without medication.
“Paula, you have won over life, because in less than 17 years you have known how to live it, enjoy it and hold on tight, and because you have known how to win over every person who crosses your path.
“We love you with all our hearts, Mum, Sara, Dad, Audrey, Leea and everyone who knows you.
“We see each other in our stars every day.”
Sara often shared posts on her social media which involved her sister, highlighting the closeness of their relationship.
Paula used her social media to provide an insight into what daily life was like for her.
She often spoke out about living with Down’s syndrome and openly discussed other people’s opinions on the condition.
Paula also addressed functional diversity, and challenges others may face such as making friends.
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