Emma Cotillard's wedding day turned into a tragic ordeal when her new husband, Justin, started behaving erratically during their honeymoon. He was later diagnosed with a glioblastoma, an aggressive brain tumor, and given only weeks to live. Emma went into premature labor due to the stress and gave birth to their daughter, Mia. Determined to spend every precious moment together, Emma supported Justin through his treatment until he eventually passed away in hospice care.
After Justin's death, Emma looked back at their wedding photos and noticed a telltale sign of his brain tumor. His face appeared droopy on the right side, a symptom that they had overlooked at the time. Looking back, Emma realized there were other signs as well, such as erratic behavior and slurred speech. Despite these indications, they attributed it to pre-wedding anxiety.
Emma is now raising Mia while keeping Justin's memory alive. Mia knows that her father was unwell and has gone to be a star in the sky. Every night, they go outside to look up at him, and Emma believes that Mia was sent to give her strength and purpose. She has become an advocate for brain tumor research and awareness, hoping to prevent similar tragedies from occurring.
Brain tumors are particularly deadly, especially among adults under 40. The symptoms often go unnoticed by family members, which contributes to the severity of the disease. Emma hopes that her husband's story will not only honor his memory but also raise awareness so that others can recognize the signs in time. If her efforts save even one life, she believes it would make all her hard work worthwhile.
