TikToker Jules Smith dies after battle with deadly brain tumor

Popular TikToker Joe Smith announced the death of his 6-year-old daughter, Jules Smith, after battling a diffuse large pontine glioma (DIPG) in the brain, in the early hours of December 9.

Smith shared the news of her death in a touching video titled “We love you, our little dancing queen,” which he posted on TikTok and Instagram on December 12, stressing that the family preferred to stay away from social media to spend every moment with their child during her final days.

Jules' Diagnosis and Fundraising Journey Earlier this year, Jules was diagnosed with diffuse infiltrative pontine glioma (DIPG), a rare and aggressive form of cancer that affects children between the ages of 5 and 7 and is considered incurable. Last May, Joe Smith first shared the news of his daughter's diagnosis in a touching TikTok video, while family friends set up a GoFundMe page to raise money to support her treatment journey, which has raised more than £96,000 ($121,819).

Joe Smith continues to raise awareness and dance for Jules. Following the announcement of Jules’ death, Joe Smith’s video has been viewed more than 2 million times, with thousands sharing their condolences and support for the family. Smith thanked everyone who responded to the “Dance for Jules” videos, and reiterated his commitment to continuing to raise awareness about childhood cancer.

“If you're going to do anything, please let us keep dancing for beautiful little Jules, because I know she will keep dancing,” Joe said in his touching message.