In what can only be described as a plot twist no one saw coming, TikTok star Taylor Rousseau Grigg has left us at the age of 25. Her husband, Cameron Grigg, broke the news last Saturday (October 5), leaving fans and followers gasping—no, really, gasping, like when you stub your toe and question all your life decisions.
Taylor, who apparently packed more suffering into one year than most people do in several soap opera seasons, had faced a series of challenges. Cameron took to social media to share the gut-wrenching news, adding, “No one expects to deal with this much pain and heartache, especially at our age.” And he’s right—most of us are just dealing with student loans, awkward first dates, and that one friend who still thinks flip phones are cool. Yet, despite her struggles, Taylor was like a human ray of sunshine, lighting up lives wherever she went—she practically had a superpower for spreading joy.
Cameron, clearly in awe of his wife, called her “the most brave and strong woman” he knew. And let’s be real, anyone who can face life’s darkest hours with that much grace and strength deserves a superhero cape (or at least a TikTok filter with sparkles). Her faith in the Lord, Cameron said, made her a rockstar even in her toughest moments.
Now, we know that Taylor’s passing on Friday, October 4th, was due to complications from asthma and Addison’s disease—a one-two punch that even the best Hollywood writers wouldn’t dare dream up. Addison’s disease, for the uninitiated, is when your adrenal glands take an unexpected vacation, forgetting to make important hormones like cortisol and aldosterone. “No big deal,” said no one ever. The Mayo Clinic also confirmed that, yes, this condition is rare—so rare it probably gets fan mail from unicorns.
Asthma, as most of us know, can also be life-threatening. It’s when your airways decide to play the world’s worst game of “Let’s Narrow and Swell,” making breathing feel like an Olympic sport. Throw in a little extra mucus (because why not), and you’ve got yourself a recipe for wheezing like an out-of-tune accordion.
Despite all this, Taylor was a beacon of strength. So, while her time on Earth was far too short, her impact was anything but. She saved lives—not just with her presence but also with the love and light she shared.
We’re sending all our love and good vibes to Taylor’s family and friends. We’ll keep them in our thoughts—and hey, maybe say a little prayer for our adrenal glands, too.
