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New Zealand Influencer Dominique McShain Dies at 21 After Cancer Battle

McShain, who chronicled her journey with incurable colorectal cancer on social media, passed away just over a year after her diagnosis.

Influencer Dominique McShain
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Overview

  • Dominique McShain's death was confirmed on April 23, 2025, though the exact date of her passing has not been disclosed.
  • The 21-year-old was diagnosed with incurable colorectal cancer in April 2024 and began sharing her journey on TikTok shortly after.
  • McShain used her platform of over 200,000 followers to raise awareness about early-onset colorectal cancer and its symptoms.
  • She marked significant milestones during her illness, including her July 12, 2024 wedding to Sean Suson and their honeymoon in Thailand.
  • In early April 2025, McShain transitioned to hospice care due to rapid cancer progression and liver failure, posting her final TikTok update on April 11.