Fox News Contributor Dr Kelly Powers Dies at 45, Leaving Behind Her 3-Year-Old Child
|The physician and surgeon is remembered for her courage, compassionate spirit, and unwavering commitment to helping others.
Dr Kelly Powers, who was a regular contributor on Fox News shows died on December 1, 2024, at the age of 45. She left behind her three-year-old son, Bennett Joseph Doll.
Powers succumbed to glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer, which she was diagnosed with in 2020. Her diagnosis came after a severe incident where she collapsed in her apartment, sustaining multiple injuries, including a cracked skull and bruises.
Her father found her unconscious in a pool of blood and called 911. “After tests, imaging & further evaluation, I was diagnosed with a BRAIN TUMOR (**I cannot believe I’m actually writing that as I’m still in disbelief**). I was transferred to a more specialized hospital and am scheduled for brain surgery on Monday,” Powers shared on Instagram.
After her diagnosis, she was overwhelmed with fear, anxiety, and anticipation but also held onto faith. She expressed her struggle to process the reality of what lay ahead, including surgery and its challenges.
Powers penned, “I write this post to kindly ask of you all for a small prayer &/or positive vibe in my honor to watch over me during surgery & in my healing thereafter.”
The physician’s courage shone through as she underwent three brain surgeries, several rounds of radiation, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy.
While managing her health challenges, Powers and her husband, Steven Doll, aspired to start a family. Her cardiologist advised against pregnancy due to her condition, so they opted for surrogacy. Bennett was born on March 20, 2021, at 10:04 a.m. as Powers continued undergoing treatments.
A happy Powers posted a collage of pictures of her newborn with her and her husband on Instagram, writing, “We are all doing well & so happy to start this new adventure as a family of 3 (well, family of 5 with Nigel & Lucy 🐾).”
Powers then experienced a period of remission and expressed immense gratitude for her blessings. However, on February 24, 2024, she shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram that her cancer had returned, posting imaging of the brain tumor.
Remaining resilient, she stated, “Riding high, then shot down 🤬 But, nope…this lil’ nugget is not going to win. Caught it early and a lot of tests & scans are favorable. 🙏🏻 I got this💪🏼.”
Conventional chemotherapy and radiation proved ineffective after the cancer returned. Therefore, Powers’ family went for a groundbreaking therapy, offered by CeGat, which they said represented her best chance for survival. The family launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise funds for the innovative treatment available exclusively in Germany.
They required financial assistance as the cost of the treatment was not covered by insurance. Additionally, the family was relying on a single income making the treatment a significant financial burden. The campaign successfully raised $88,009 before being closed after Powers’ demise.
Family and friends are now mourning Powers, remembering her as a brilliant and kind human being. Her remarkable qualities were evident throughout her life, including her time at several prestigious institutions. Powers attended St. Bartholomew’s School and graduated from the Academy of Our Lady of Good Counsel High School.