Fox News Contributor Dr. Kelly Powers Dies at 45 After Brave Battle with Brain Cancer
Dr. Kelly Powers, a respected Fox News contributor and accomplished surgeon, passed away on Sunday at the age of 45 following a courageous four-year battle with brain cancer, according to the Daily Mail.
Diagnosed in 2020 with glioblastoma—one of the most aggressive and deadly forms of brain cancer—Dr. Powers faced her illness with extraordinary strength and grace. According to updates on her GoFundMe page, she endured three brain surgeries, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy. Her resilience paid off: by 2021, she had achieved a period of remission.
That same year marked a deeply personal triumph. After overcoming both cancer and fertility struggles, Dr. Powers and her husband, Steve, welcomed their son, Bennett, through surrogacy—a joyous milestone in the midst of her health challenges.
Tragically, her cancer returned in 2024. Unwilling to give up hope, she launched a fundraising effort to seek a cutting-edge treatment available only in Germany, demonstrating her relentless will to fight for more time with her family.
A native of Yonkers, New York, Dr. Powers earned her medical degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and completed her residency at Boston University School of Medicine. She built a distinguished career as a surgeon, admired for her expertise, compassion, and tireless dedication to her patients.
Beyond the operating room, Dr. Powers became a trusted voice in the media as a contributor to Fox News. She appeared regularly on the network’s late-night show Red Eye and provided expert commentary on Fox Business, where she broke down complex health issues in a relatable and engaging way. In one memorable appearance on Fox & Friends, she discussed “Five Body Pains You Should Never Ignore,” a segment that resonated with viewers across the country.
Dr. Kelly Powers leaves behind a legacy of medical excellence, media impact, and personal courage. She is survived by her husband Steve and their young son, Bennett.