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Kris Hallenga dies aged 38 after attending own funeral and teaching millions important lesson

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Updated 12:11 6 May 2024 GMT+1Published 11:53 6 May 2024 GMT+1

Kris Hallenga dies aged 38 after attending own funeral and teaching millions important lesson

Her charity released a heartfelt tribute

Rhiannon Ingle

Rhiannon Ingle

CoppaFeel! founder and Glittering a Turd author Kris Hallenga has died aged 38.

A statement from her charity announced the news, writing: "We share the sad news that our founder, boob chief, colleague, friend and queen of glittering turds, Kris, has died.

CoppaFeel! founder Kris Hallenga has died aged 38. (Instagram/@coppafeel)
CoppaFeel! founder Kris Hallenga has died aged 38. (Instagram/@coppafeel)

"Kris was the biggest promoter of being ‘alive to do those things’. She approached life in a wildly creative, fun and fearless way, and showed us that it is possible to live life to the full with cancer.

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"In 2009 Kris was diagnosed with secondary breast cancer at the age of 23, after being turned away from her GP for over a year. By the time she was diagnosed, it was terminal. Kris’ ambition was for no one else to find themselves in her position and so CoppaFeel! was born, to ensure breast cancers are diagnosed early and accurately."

Her charity shared a statement following her passing. (Instagram/@howtoglitteraturd)
Her charity shared a statement following her passing. (Instagram/@howtoglitteraturd)

The statement continued: "Kris has reached millions of people with her message of health advocacy and empowerment, successfully campaigned for cancer education to be included in the school curriculum, won the Women of the Year Outstanding Young Campaigner award, received an Honorary Doctorate in Public Administration from Nottingham Trent University and wrote a Times Best Selling book: Glittering a Turd.

"Kris’ life mission was that CoppaFeel! would no longer need to exist, with late diagnosis of breast cancer eradicated in her lifetime. We are committed to continuing Kris’ legacy, to ensure that everyone has the best chance of living a happy and healthy life. If you’d like to support this mission, you can donate here.

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"For 15 years Kris had been living with secondary breast cancer. She hasn’t lost a battle, she wasn’t in a fight and she certainly wouldn’t want you to see her death as tragic. She was simply living. She was 38 and died with fulfilment and a heart full of love."

The charity said Kris died 'with fulfilment and a heart full of love'. (Instagram/@howtoglitteraturd)
The charity said Kris died 'with fulfilment and a heart full of love'. (Instagram/@howtoglitteraturd)

It concluded: "Kris’ family have one request - for peace and privacy to allow them the time and space needed to process Kris’ death. We would like to thank our community for your love and messages of support and kindly ask that you respect the family’s wishes at this time.

"Please remember the amazing life Kris led and the things she achieved, but above all else honour her memory by checking your chest… it could just save your life. ‘Trust your body, believe in hope, leave room for miracles.’ Kris Hallenga.

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"With love from all at CoppaFeel! HQ x."

If you’ve been affected by any of these issues and want to speak to someone in confidence, contact Macmillan’s Cancer Support Line on 0808 808 00 00, 8am–8pm seven days a week.

Featured Image Credit: Instagram/@howtoglitteraturd

Topics: News, UK News, Celebrity, Health

Rhiannon Ingle
Rhiannon Ingle

Rhiannon Ingle is a Senior Journalist at Tyla, specialising in TV, film, travel, and culture. A graduate of the University of Manchester with a degree in English Literature, she honed her editorial skills as the Lifestyle Editor of The Mancunian, the UK’s largest student newspaper. With a keen eye for storytelling, Rhiannon brings fresh perspectives to her writing, blending critical insight with an engaging style. Her work captures the intersection of entertainment and real-world experiences.

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