University of Kentucky Dancer, Kate Kaufling, Passes Away at 20 After Battle with Rare Cancer

Kate Kaufling, a beloved member of the University of Kentucky dance team, succumbed to osteosarcoma, a form of bone cancer, leaving the community and her twin sister in mourning.

Kate Kaufling, a 20-year-old University of Kentucky dancer, died from osteosarcoma, a rare bone cancer, on Sunday.
She was a nursing student and a member of the Delta Delta Delta sorority, known for her bright spirit and dedication to her studies even during her cancer treatments.
Kate's twin sister, Abbey Kaufling, shared a heartfelt tribute, describing Kate as her 'person' and vowing to live life in her honor.
The UK Dance Team and UK Athletics expressed their sorrow, remembering Kate for her courage and the inspirational battle she fought against cancer.
Kate's death came just three months after celebrating the end of her chemotherapy treatment, marking a poignant close to her brave fight against the disease.