Canadian Teen's Inspiring Cancer Battle on TikTok Ends in Tragic Death at 18

Harrison Gilks, an 18-year-old from Fredericton, Canada, who documented his cancer battle and bucket list adventures on TikTok, has passed away. Gilks had been sharing his journey with over 300,000 followers on the platform since June 2022. His local community and online donors raised money to support him in completing his bucket list, which included helicopter rides, meeting hockey stars, and watching a football game. Gilks posted his final video on March 21, where he described his visit to Mexico while at the hospital. His brother announced his passing on TikTok, thanking everyone for their support and encouragement.