Tributes pour in as CNN's Alisyn Camerota reveals husband's death in their 23rd wedding anniversary month
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: CNN anchor Alisyn Camerota announced on Friday, September 21, that her husband of nearly 23 years died from pancreatic cancer in July.
The broadcaster shared the heartbreaking news on her Instagram, posting a photo from their wedding day, as per TODAY.com.
She revealed that Timothy Lewis died on July 21 at the age of 58 after a two-year battle with stage 4 pancreatic cancer.
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Alisyn Camerota reflects on family's struggles after husband's death
Alisyn Camerota wrote in her Instagram post, “Some very sad personal news to share: my beloved and extraordinary husband Tim passed away on July 27th, two years after being diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. I cannot imagine any human being soldiering through a devastating diagnosis with more humor, humility, and bravery than Tim.”
Describing him as “a phenomenal father, husband, friend, and role model,” she added, “The kids and I are still getting our bearings. Tim imbued us with a lot of strength and stability and we’re determined to try to emulate those qualities.”
“This month would have been our 23rd wedding anniversary. I feel incredibly lucky to have had such a deep, committed, loving partnership for the time we had. I plan to write more in the coming days and to be back at work in the next few weeks,” the political commentator added.
Alisyn Camerota honors late husband and launches fund to support families in need
Alisyn Camerota also noted in her social media post that Tim Lewis, the father of twin daughters Ale and Cessa, as well as a son named Nate, was dedicated to “giving back to his community and making life easier for those around him.”
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His family has now established “a fund in his memory to assist other families facing a similar struggle,” and she included a link to it.
Support and condolences pour in for Alisyn Camerota after Tim Lewis' death
Meanwhile, people quickly started expressing their condolences to Alisyn Camerota and her family during this challenging time.
An Instagram user wrote, “Oh, Alisyn! I have no words!! This is the saddest of news. Sending all my love to all of you... xx.”
Another Instagram user commented, “I’m so heartbroken to hear of the loss of your dear husband, Alisyn! My deepest condolences to your family.”
A user said, “I am so very sorry for you and your family. Cancer is a terrible disease. Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to you and your family during this most difficult time.”
Another user noted, “My most sincere condolences to you and your family. May the memories of the wonderful times you had together will support and guide you through these incredibly difficult times.”
“My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. Pancreatic cancer is one of the worst cancers you can get. I watched my mom suffer from the same diagnosis. It was heartbreaking to watch. I’ll be thinking of you,” an individual commented on Facebook.
Another person mentioned, “May his memory be a blessing.”
One more added, “I’m not a fan of CNN, but as a spouse of someone passed of Cancer, My Deepest Condolences. I lost my Husband 22 days before our 28th Wedding Anniversary. It’s so hard to watch. CANCER SUCKS!!!” [sic]
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