Delaney Clements
Delaney Clements, a teenager from Colorado, became an advocate for children with cancer and met her idol, Taylor Swift, during her battle with the disease.
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August 5, 2002
March 21, 2016
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Delaney Clements, a teenage cancer advocate from Grand Junction, Colorado, gained national recognition for her inspiring journey and work in pediatric cancer. Her story impacted many lives, including celebrities like Taylor Swift, who became her friend after visiting her. Delaney’s notable accomplishments include her social media campaign #DelaneyMeetTaylor, a TEDx talk, an appearance on Good Morning America, and a documentary about her life called “Delaney.” She also established the non-profit organization “Dancing While Cancering” to bring the joy of dance to children with cancer. Sadly, Delaney succumbed to cancer in 2023. A remarkable aspect of her story is that she met her idol, Taylor Swift, during her cancer battle.