
Sask. TikTok star Bella Brave meets singer Halsey
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Bella Thomson, the ten-year-old from Swift Current, Sask. who's captured the hearts of millions while documenting her medical journey on social media – has fulfilled her dream of meeting the singer Halsey.
Bella Thomson, the ten-year-old from Swift Current, Sask. who’s captured the hearts of millions while documenting her medical journey on social media – has fulfilled her dream of meeting the singer Halsey.
The pair’s meeting was shared to “Bella Brave” social media pages over the weekend. In a message to the singer, Bella’s family described the encounter like “reuniting with a long lost friend.”
“We just wanted to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for the incredible time we spent with you during your visit to Anaheim,” the message addressed to Halsey read.
“From discussing voice acting to sharing our dreams and stories about family and friends, every moment was filled with warmth and inspiration. Your presence brought so much joy and positivity into our lives, and we cannot thank you enough for that.”
Thomson, was born with a mutation of three rare diseases – Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID), Hirschsprung’s Disease and Dwarfism. The conditions have left her with no immune system and a dead bowel.
The Thomson family has shared Bella’s medical journey through social media – while also showcasing her love for life.
In 2021, a video of Bella drawing a fox went viral and caught the attention of 24 million people.

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