Leah still, 5yearold daughter of former penn state football player and current houston texan devon still, joined her dad to host the thon pep rally, which featured athletes from several penn state sports. Still did something not most parents have the strength of doing, letting in strangers while his daughter fought cancer. He was also a member of the houston texans and new york jets. Devon still, former bengals lineman, marks five years of. Leah still fought courageously through treatment of stage 4 neuroblastoma while devon still played for the. Leah still hits fiveyear milestone in her battle with. Devon still s inner city childhood was riddled with nailbiting, streetside trouble, leading to wayward behavior, school suspensions, and parental distress. Devon and leah still went to the today show to share more about stills new book, still in the game. She and her father were presented with the jimmy v award at the 2015 espy awards. Still and his daughter, leah, made headlines over the past few years while documenting her battle with cancer. In this april 12, 2016, file photo, devon still and his fiancee, asha joyce, pose with their daughter, leah, then 5, in new york.
Devon still, now retired from the nfl, prepares for a new. Jan 29, 2015 leah still is set to undergo another round of chemotherapy, but not before polishing up an illustrated childrens book inspired by her experience. Former cincinnati bengals defensive lineman devon still and his family marked five years wednesday with leah still having been cancerfree, an anniversary devon has been looking forward to in. While still made it to the nfl, the biggest story in his life the last few years has been his daughter leah. Leah still s battle with pediatric cancer is ongoing, but shes ready to give back.
Devon and leah still release book about pediatric cancer. Book devon still for speaking, events and appearances apb. Jan 29, 2015 devon still and his daughter leah wrote a book for kids fighting cancer. Cincinnati bengals devon still and daughter leah write. Devon and ashas spiritual path, including devon s baptism two months before leah s stage 4 cancer diagnosis, is a heartfelt message of passion, purpose, and perseverance. Millions were inspired by devon stills devotion to help his daughter leah still beat cancer. The father and daughter continue to inspire people across the country. Devon and leah still releasing book for kids fighting. Former nfl player devon still and daughter leah, who was diagnosed with cancer at age 4, sit down with todays hoda kotb to. Story time just got better with prime book box, a subscription that delivers editorially handpicked childrens books every 1, 2, or 3 months at 40% off list price. Oct 09, 2014 the bengals defensive tackle offers an update on his daughters bout with cancer in this clip from fridays unguarded. Devon still and daughter leah pen book about pediatric. Her dad, devon still, was playing for the cincinnati bengals when they got the news in june of 2014 that she.
Devon, leah still write childrens book about cancer fight. Jan 08, 2019 devon still and daughter leah reflect on cancer remission journey jan. Bengals devon still, daughter write leah strong childrens. Devon still reached out on social media friday night to ask for people to pray for his daughter leah, who hit a complication from a stem cell transplant. Former nfl lineman devon still has a lot to be thankful for. On july 15, 2015, at the espy awards, devon and leah still received the jimmy v award for their determination and perseverance in the face of cancer. Leah still, the daughter of cincinnati bengals defensive tackle devon still, made news. Devon still is a professional athlete, life coach, motivational speaker, and childhood cancer advocate. Cincinnati bengals devon still and daughter leah write childrens book to inspire kids battling cancer. Kids kept asking devon still s daughter, leah, for advice on how to stay strong while fighting cancer.
Great news for devon still and his family the exnfl players daughter, leah, is in the clear after doctors feared her recent medical scans showed signs of cancer boom you know her story. It originated while in the hospital, but devon and leah still use a game time mantra to face each obstacle that a day might present. Fouryearold leah still has been an inspiration to millions since she was diagnosed with a stage 4 pediatric cancer called neuroblastoma in june. May 14, 2016 the nfl player and joyce, both 26, said i do friday night during a ceremony at the new york public library, almost six months after devon s daughter, leah still, 6,was declared cancer free. Devon stills daughter, leah, met lebron james in new york city on friday and gave him a high five.
I am leah strong by devon still and leah still 2015. Leah still hits a fiveyear milestone in her battle with pediatric cancer leah still attended the american icon awards in beverly hills in may 2019. Former penn state football player devon still reflects on. Devon still remains focused on the fight against cancer the. Dec 01, 2015 leah still, the daughter of former cincinnati bengals defensive tackle devon still, is now cancerfree, her father announced on instagram. Devon still and daughter leah reflect on cancer remission journey jan.
Devon discusses how football saved his life, opened unparalleled educational opportunities, and expanded his worldview. Leah still begins a new type of chemotherapy treatment on friday, one that doctors hope will shrink the disease enough. Bengals devon still and leah write book about kids. Finding the faith to tackle lifes biggest challenges is a book by former nfl player devon still. Stills and leahs journey for a while now, so i couldnt wait to. Bengals defensive tackle devon still will have extra motivation for thursdays game against the cleveland browns. Jan 18, 2019 great news for devon still and his family the exnfl players daughter, leah, is in the clear after doctors feared her recent medical scans showed signs of cancer boom you know her story.
Devon still, former bengals lineman, marks five years of daughter leah being cancerfree. Devon still is a former professional athlete, entrepreneur, life coach, and advocate for childhood cancer awareness. Leah still, 9, the daughter of former nfl defensive lineman devon still, is celebrating five years of being cancerfree after being given a. Leah was diagnosed with neuroblastoma at age 4, a disease that develops from immature nerve cells found in several areas in the body. Still details this journey in his new book, still in. Thanks for all the support and prayers, devon still. Devon still celebrates 5 years of daughter leah being. That june, still announced that his fouryearold daughter, leah, had. Former penn state player devon still celebrates daughter, leah, being cancer free for 5 years by deb kiner. Still in the game by devon still book trailer youtube.
Last weekend, young leah still, daughter of nfl defensive lineman devon still, celebrated her 7th birthday. With the support of her dad,some donuts, and walgreens. Leah and devon still created the still strong foundation to give grants to families affected by childhood cancers. About devon devon still is a former professional athlete, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and advocate for childhood cancer awareness. Apr 17, 2017 leah still, daughter of nfl player devon still, remembers what is was like getting her cancer diagnosis at 4 and her time in the hospital. He embraces being a role model for children around the world. Devon and leah still to publish childrens book about. For a few months in 2014, only 10 nfl players sold more jerseys than devon still, but not because of what he did on the field. He has a beautiful family, he retired from professional football with his health intact, and hes flourished in his second career as a peak performance coach and motivational speaker.
By dan gelston the associated press march 14, 2019 at 8. Devon still and daughter leah write childrens book for. Mar 26, 2015 devon still s daughter, whose fight with cancer as a juvenile sparked a support movement nationwide, is now in remission, the cincinnati bengals defensive tackle reported on instagram wednesday. Former cincinnati bengal devon stills book still in the game out tuesday.
During the 2014 nfl season, there was one little girl who captured the imagination of fans around the sport. Devon candidly admits his spiritual struggles are still real, and shows how proverbs 3. Former nfl player devon still and daughter leah, who was diagnosed with cancer at age 4, sit down with todays hoda kotb to talk about leahs remission and how theyre inspiring other families dealing with childhood cancer. Devon still goes to bat for marvin lewis, he did a lot. Nfl star devon still dances with sixyearold daughter leah at his wedding after the ceremony was put on hold for two years while she beat cancer. The story made national news and people from all over the country bought still s bengals jersey to show their support for devon, leah and the bengals organization. As devon and leah still continue their battle against pediatric cancer, the two are releasing a new book about kids who have to fight the dreaded disease. Ap the new york jets have released defensive lineman devon still and signed cornerback armagedon draughn. Leah still, daughter of nfls devon still, hits cancer. Leah still, daughter of former defensive tackle devon. Fouryearold leah still has been an inspiration to millions since she was diagnosed with a stage 4 pediatric cancer. Leah is still tackling hearts two years after remission. May 24, 2019 i tried not to take it personallyuntil leah, my sweet fouryearold daughter, got sick with cancer. Former nfl player devon still and daughter leah, who was diagnosed with cancer at age 4, sit down with todays hoda kotb to talk about leah s remission and how theyre inspiring other.
I am leah strong still, devon, still, leah, green, leonard on. Fouryearold leah still s cancer battle played out on social media as her father fought to stick with the bengals last season. On march 18, 2015, still announced that leah had undergone surgery to get the tumor out, and that she was now cancerfree. He is a former houston texans defensive end, a former cincinnati bengals defensive tackle, big ten defensive player of the year, and a penn state university allamerican. He played college football at penn state, where he earned consensus allamerican honors. In 2014, leah was diagnosed in with a rare form of pediatric cancer. Perhaps most importantly, still is leah s dad, helping her publicly. Now known as the comeback coach, devon launched his company, still in the game, to teach people all over the globe his winning playbook on how to come back from lifes biggest challenges. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Now the former nfl defensive lineman can finally exhale as leah celebrates the crucial fiveyear mark of being cancerfree on wednesday.
When devon still and his daughter leah still made an appearance on the today show on tuesday, leahs shoulderlength hair is pulled back with a silver hairband. Devon still cooked a steak dinner in honor of his 9yearold daughter, leah, being cancerfree for five years. Devon and leah still write a book for kids fighting cancer the last seven months have been an emotional roller coaster for cincinnati bengals defensive tackle devon still and his fouryearold. Leahs journey has inspired devons new book, still in the game, which aims to help other families dealing with childhood cancer. While bengals defensive lineman devon stills daughter leah continues her battle against cancer, the two have written a book to help other kids who are dealing with similar situations.
Leah still is still fighting cancer and will start a new round of chemotherapy on friday, but thats not stopping her from finding a way. Cincinnati bengals defensive tackle devon still and his fouryearold daughter are releasing a childrens book to inspire children who are battling cancer. As seen on the ellen degeneres show and the today show, devon still of the cincinnati bengals and his daughter leah will be releasing a childrens book that recounts the journey and remarkable strength of leah still as she battles pediatric cancer at the age of four. Bengals defensive tackle devon still and his daughter leah are publishing a childrens book about her battle against cancer. I am leah strong by devon still, leah still, leonard green. Devon and leah still wrote a childrens book together. Devon still celebrates 5 years of daughter, leahs, cancer. Still says he hopes the book will help other children fighting the.
Around 180 guests attended the storybook wedding of nfl star devon still and homemaker joyce asha at the ny public library on friday the couple put their wedding plans on hold after devon s daughter, leah still, was diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma cancer in 2014. Leah still recently marked five years of being cancerfree. Former nfl star devon still celebrates daughter, leah. Since fouryearold leah still was diagnosed with stage 4 pediatric cancer called neuroblastoma in june, she and her father, former penn state lineman devon still, have been an inspiration to countless others fighting the deadly disease.
Leah stills mom talks strength and endurance during. You may know devon still from his years in the nfl playing as a defensive tackle. Still details this journey in his new book, still in the game. He is also a former houston texans defensive end, cincinnati bengals defensive tackle, penn state university allamerican, big ten defensive player of the year, and bronco nagurski award finalist best defensive player in college football. The 4yearold worked with her father, cincinnati bengals tackle devon still, to create the story about leah s experience, which they hope will help inspire others while teaching them about the. He temporarily benched his nfl ambitions to help leah beat up cancer. The hospital visits are triggering, but still is resolute in his commitment to. Stills book, still in the game, is a genuine, transparent, and raw look at his.
A lot has changed in devon still s life since he played football at penn state. Devon stills daughter leah who battled with cancer serves as. Jan 17, 2015 leah still s mother, channing smythe and defensive tackle devon still, have reached a financial agreement for child support, months after smythe went public that still wasnt paying. Devon stills daughter, leah, wants to be president after. Leah, now 8, is much more grownup than little girl cincinnati grew to love during her battle with cancer. Former penn state player devon still celebrates daughter. She and her father cincinnati bengals defensive tackle devon still have released a book to help. After leah was diagnosed, bengals coach marvin lewis signed devon still to the teams practice squad in order to allow him to keep his health insurance. As one of the most sought after speakers of this generation, devon still steps on stages.
They also wrote the book i am leah strong chronicling her fight. As seen on the ellen degeneres show and the today show, devon still of th. Leah still, daughter of former bengal, marks 5 years of. Devon still and his daughter leah wrote a book for kids. Devon, leah still pen book about her battle with cancer. For devon still, life has been a journey from one scar to the next. The love, the lessons about perseverance, faith, overcoming adversity, and yes staying in the fight when life throws you into a tailspin is evident throughput this book. In this book, he shares what prepared him for that fight. Devon stills inner city childhood was riddled with nailbiting, streetside trouble, leading to wayward behavior, school suspensions, and parental distress. Devon still and his daughter, leah, are a daddydaughter combo that just cant be beat. Devon still opened up about becoming a dad again on instagram in may, getting candid about how he overcame his fears after daughter leah s cancer diagnosis. Devon still and daughter leah reflect on cancer remission.
No longer on the gridiron, devon travels to speak about resilience in promotion of his foundation and book, still in the game, as well as visiting cancer patients with leah. Former cincinnati bengals book still in the game out. Leah, devon still host thon pep rally thon penn state. Its the 2 words devon and leah still have wanted to say for 5 years. Retired nfl player devon still and his daughter, leah still, are pictured here at the american icon awards gala in the beverly wilshire hotel.
Devon still and his daughter, leah, has captured our hearts. He was drafted by the cincinnati bengals in the second round of the 2012 nfl draft. Devon still and leahs mother reach child support agreement. Devon still says leahs new health scare is not cancer. Devon still and his daughter leah wrote a book for kids fighting cancer.
Leah still on her cancer diagnosis and remission youtube. Devon still and his daughter, leah, won over hearts across cincinnati five years ago. Devon and leah still went to the today show to share more about still s new book, still in the game. Even though i followed leah s journey, it was an interview i saw of devon still on youtube which helped me to stay in the fight for my own life. Leah still was once the face of the nfls effort to raise awareness and money for cancer research, and she has cleared a significant milestone. Mar 26, 2020 leah still hits a fiveyear milestone in her battle with pediatric cancer leah still attended the american icon awards in beverly hills in may 2019. Former football player devon still has released a new book as his daughter leah celebrates four years of being cancerfree. Devon joshua still is a former american football defensive end. Jan 08, 2019 former cincinnati bengal devon still s book still in the game out tuesday. Now known as the comeback coach, devon launched his company, still in the game, to teach people all over the globe his winning playbook to. Devon still releases new book as daughter leah celebrates 4.
Former nfl player devon still has lots to celebrate after his 9yearold daughter reached a milestone in her previous battle with cancer. Five years ago leah still, the daughter of former cincinnati bengal player devon still, was the heartbreaking face of childhood cancer when she was diagnosed with. What devon still learned from his daughters cancer battle. Never miss a posting again, just get on the list and have videos sent straight to your inbox. Leah still s journey to recovery captured the hearts of those in cincinnati and beyond.
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