Mean Girls musical star Stephanie Bissonnette has passed away at the age of just 32 years.
The aspiring actress, choreographer, singer, and dancer appeared as Dawn Sweitzer in the 2017 Broadway play based on the 2004 movie and the 2002 book.
According to the reports, Stephanie died at a young age after first being diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor known as medulloblastoma back in 2019.
The diagnosis came as the young lady sought medical help after feeling a “two-second twinge” while dancing for Mean Girls.
She was later that year able to return to work after grueling surgery and radiotherapy.
“Our hearts are broken as the Mean Girls community mourns the loss of Stephanie Bissonnette,” the beloved show announced via their page on Twitter.
“She filled our theater with her laughter and friendship, inspired us with her fighting spirit and bravery, and graced our stage with the fiercest talent Broadway has ever known.”
The heartbreaking statement continued:
“Our original Dawn Sweitzer, Stephanie was part of our company from our first performance to our last.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with Stephanie’s family, friends, and the entire Mean Girls community during this time. We will miss her profoundly and encourage everyone to do something they love today in Stephanie’s honor.”
Besides her work on Mean Girls, Stephanie also did choreography for Seven Angels Theatre, Riverside Theatre, The Muny, and Shakespeare Theatre Company after graduating from Point Park University’s Conservatory of the Performing Arts and moving to New York.
Our thoughts are with Stephanie’s family, friends, and colleagues during this challenging time.
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