Terrie Hall
Terrie Hall was an American anti-smoking and anti-tobacco advocate who was a survivor of ten cancer diagnoses.
Activist
July 19, 1960
September 16, 2013
53
Terrie Hall (July 19, 1960 รขยย September 16, 2013) was a prominent American advocate against smoking and tobacco use. After being diagnosed with lung cancer at a young age, she became a key figure in the battle against smoking. Throughout her life, she faced ten cancer diagnoses, underwent numerous radiation treatments, chemotherapy sessions, and even had a laryngectomy in 2001. Courageously sharing her story, Hall appeared in a powerful anti-smoking television advertisement created by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This commercial gained widespread attention on YouTube, motivating millions to quit smoking. Through her advocacy work and speeches, Hall raised awareness about the risks of smoking and saved countless lives. She passed away at 53, leaving a lasting legacy in the fight against tobacco.