Prominent Fox News correspondent Kelly Powers has died at 45 following a battle with cancer, Deadline reported.
In addition to her appearances on multiple Fox News programs, including Red Eye, Fox & Friends, and The Willis Report, Powers held a PhD and worked as a physician and neurosurgeon. In 2020, she was diagnosed with the aggressive brain cancer glioblastoma. Powers went into remission, but the glioblastoma returned earlier this year. She died on Dec. 1.
“She was a brave and beautiful soul who could make friends anywhere she went,” her obituary read. “Kelly had a love for people and she was dedicated to helping others.”
In addition to her professional pursuits, Powers had a number of hobbies in which she engaged passionately. She was an avid gardener, surfer, biker, runner, and horseback rider. She also practiced ballet and was known for her love of travel.
Powers endured three brain surgeries in addition to immunotherapy and chemotherapy during her prolonged fight. During her initial diagnosis, she was pregnant with her son, Bennett, who is now three. Powers is survived by her husband, Steven Doll, as well as their son and her parents.
Meghan McCain, who lost her father, politician John McCain, to glioblastoma, issued a heartfelt statement to the Powers family. “Sending so much love, light, and prayers to Dr. Powers [sic] family and loved ones,” she wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “Glioblastoma is pure, unadulterated evil that no person or family should go through. My family is here if you need anything.”
