Thug Tears: Leah Still Got The Strength To Fight Cancer From Her Dad

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Leah Still is my shero. During an appearance on ‘Good Morning America,’ the praiseworthy 5-year-old credited her father Devon Still with giving her the strength to beat cancer.
“I think it’s because my daddy made me [strong],” Leah told host Robin Roberts.

"It's cause of my daddy and me." - Leah on what makes her strong. @Dev_Still71 #LeahStrong https://t.co/9KXQVBEkc4

— Good Morning America (@GMA) January 15, 2016

Leah finished the final treatment in her battle against stage 4 neuroblastoma last week, prompting athletes like Lebron James to post messages on social media.
Leah says she has dreams of being a cheerleader at Penn State, where her dad played football, when she gets older.

Leah Still says she wants to go to @penn_state like her dad and be a cheerleader. #LeahStrong #WeAre #PennState https://t.co/hDntqifLdm

— Good Morning America (@GMA) January 15, 2016

The thought tot was awarded the Jimmy V. Perseverance award at last year’s ESPY Awards, but couldn’t attend because she was in the hospital. With cancer claiming the lives of so many loved ones, it’s truly a blessing to see her conquer the devastating disease.
And for any parent dealing with a child battling a life-threatening disease, Devon Still has these words of encouragement.

"Just don't give up." - @Dev_Still71's message to everyone with cancer. #LeahStrong https://t.co/cUIxF19kJJ

— Good Morning America (@GMA) January 15, 2016