TikTok personality Laura Lee Watts has announced that her daughter Savannah Watts has passed away at the age of 15 after a years-long struggle with epilepsy.
The TikTok star and mother of three confirmed the heartbreaking news with her followers in a video posted on Monday, Feb. 13.
The 33-year-old has gained popularity on social media by sharing candid stories about raising three children and short family blogs.
As an emotional tribute, many fans mourned Savannah’s departure at such a young age and sent messages of support to Laura and her family.
Laura Lee Watts announces daughter’s death
In a video on Monday, Laura confirmed that her 15-year-old daughter Savannah has passed away after battling epilepsy since childhood.
In previous TikTok videos, Laura shared that Savannah was diagnosed when she was younger, but unfortunately her seizures worsened as she grew up.
“I can’t believe I’m making this video and I’ll do my best to get through it,” the mom-of-three shared in the heartbreaking video. “Most of you know that I have three children and my oldest is Savannah.”
“She is 15 years old and has epilepsy. I know you guys really loved her so I wanted to let you know that she had a fatal seizure yesterday morning and passed away,” Laura continued.
“She was the most beautiful child I have ever known. Beautiful soul, the kindest heart. I don’t know how I will live without her.”
Savannah Watts was diagnosed when she was a child
Savannah was diagnosed with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, a severe form of epilepsy in which seizures begin before the child is four years old.
In a video posted in August 2021, Laura revealed that Savannah fell ill at the age of three or four. As Savannah grew, her seizures progressed and became more severe over time.
“Her neurologist and I always hoped she would just outgrow it at puberty, but that didn’t happen – it actually got a lot worse,” Laura explained in the video.
“She has different types of seizures and it’s very difficult to control them, so you never know when she’s going to have a seizure.”
Tribute to Savannah
Many of Laura’s followers have shared tributes to Savannah in the comments section of her video and expressed their sincere condolences.
TikTok fellow Dylan Mulvaney said: “I’m so sorry for your loss, Laura Lee. I am sending you a blanket of love.”
Another fan wrote: “I’m so sorry Laura. I have been a silent follower for years and all I want to do is hug you. Praying for you and your family during this difficult time.”
“I am very sorry for your loss,” wrote a third subscriber. “I’ve been following you guys for the last two years. I enjoyed watching her grow into a beautiful woman. Rest in peace, Savannah.”
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