Kelly Ripa, the well-known actress and television host,
is deeply saddened by the passing of her mother,
Esther Ripa, after a long
fight with a rare form of cancer.
Esther Ripa was diagnosed
with a very uncommon type of cancer,
making treatment
complicated and challenging.
This rare cancer
often develops quietly
and is difficult
to detect early,
posing significant challenges for medical professionals.
The prolonged treatment required immense
patience and strength from both Esther and her family.
