Carrie Actress Samantha Weinstein Dead at 28 After Cancer Battle

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Canadian actress Samantha Weinstein, known for her roles in the 2013 Carrie remake and the TV series Siblings, has died at the age of 28 after a two-and-a-half-year battle with ovarian cancer.

Weinstein died on May 14 in Toronto surrounded by loved ones, her family said in a statement.

Samantha Weinstein was a bright light in our lives

“Samantha was a bright light in our lives,” the statement said. “She was a talented actress, a loving daughter, sister, and friend. She will be deeply missed.”

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Weinstein began acting at the age of six and appeared in a number of films and television shows, including Big Girl, The Stone Age, and Toronto Stories. She also played the role of Heather in the 2013 Carrie remake, co-starring alongside Chloë Grace Moretz and Julianne Moore.

In July 2022, Weinstein opened up about her cancer diagnosis, saying that she had noticed she was “strangely bloated” and that the health battle “happened almost overnight.”

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Samantha Weinstein She underwent surgery and chemotherapy

She underwent surgery and chemotherapy, and she documented her treatment on social media. In a post on Instagram, she wrote, “I’m not going to lie, it’s been a tough road. But I’m fighting and I’m not giving up.”

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Weinstein’s death is a reminder of the importance of early detection and treatment for ovarian cancer. Ovarian cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer death among women, and it is often difficult to diagnose in its early stages.

If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, it is important to see a doctor right away: