Dr. Kelly Powers, a respected Fox News medical contributor and renowned surgeon, passed away at the age of 45 following a brave battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. She died on Sunday in New Jersey, according to an obituary from Holmdel Funeral Home. Born on May 13, 1979, in Yonkers, New York, Powers earned degrees from Baruch College, the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, and the University of San Francisco. She completed residencies at Georgetown and Boston University, building a distinguished career in both medicine and media. Known for her medical expertise and compassionate approach, she became a trusted voice on public health, appearing on Fox News, Fox Business, CNN, and CBS.

Powers was first diagnosed in 2020 after collapsing during a live TV segment—a moment she later described as surreal. Despite undergoing three brain surgeries, chemotherapy, and radiation, she defied expectations and welcomed her son, Bennett, during her recovery. She often called herself “the luckiest unlucky girl,” sharing lighthearted stories of her and her newborn having matching haircuts due to treatment. When her cancer returned in 2024, friends and supporters raised nearly $100,000 for experimental therapies. She is survived by her husband, Steven Doll, and their son, Bennett. A visitation is scheduled for Thursday, with a funeral service to follow Friday at Tower Hill Church in Red Bank, NJ. Her obituary describes her as “a brave and beautiful soul,” and her life continues to inspire many through her strength, empathy, and unwavering dedication to others.