The granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy, passed away this week after a November revelation of a rare leukemia diagnosis.
Family and Institution Announces the Loss
News of her death was announced in a social media post from the presidential library.
“Our beloved Tatiana passed away this morning. She will forever remain in our hearts.”
Understanding the Illness
As detailed in a personal essay late last year, it was shared that she had been suffering from AML, a form of leukemia with a specific genetic mutation.
Acute myeloid leukemia is a malignancy that targets the body's blood-forming tissues.
Those close to her is seeking space as they grieve.
