The granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy, passed away this week after a November revelation of a uncommon leukemia diagnosis.
Family and Institution Announces the Passing
The sad news was confirmed in a social media post from the presidential library.
“Tatiana passed away this morning. She will forever remain in our hearts.”
Understanding the Condition
In a personal essay late last year, it was shared that she had been diagnosed with AML, a form of leukemia with a specific genetic mutation.
This form of cancer is a cancer that affects the body's blood-forming tissues.
Those close to her asks for privacy during this time as they grieve.