Scary Mommy Founder Jill Smokler Dies at 48 After Glioblastoma Battle
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Jill Smokler, founder of Scary Mommy and a pioneering voice for honest, relatable motherhood, died on June 22, 2026 at age 48 after a two-year battle with glioblastoma. She built a community that helped millions feel seen and less alone, authored NYT bestselling books, and appeared on programs like Good Morning America and Today. Donations in her memory are requested to The Brain Tumor Network.
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