WATCH: Luke Bryan Makes Special Connection With Young Fan Battling Cancer at Cincinnati Show

Grab the tissues because this story is guaranteed to bring tears to your eyes.

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Madeleine O’Connell

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July 16, 2024

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Luke Bryan with Taylyn; Photos via TikTok

Luke Bryan has experienced many memorable moments throughout his touring career, but his most recent one on Saturday, July 13, is leaving fans in tears.

The Georgia native stepped off stage during his concert in Cincinnati, OH to come face-to-face with a young fan in the audience who has spent the last year battling cancer. The wholesome interaction took place during his current headlining Mind of a Country Boy Tour. 

In the video captured by a member of the crowd, the country singer can be seen moving off the stage and leaning over the barricade in order to have a special moment with the eight-year-old girl named Taylyn. 

@cancermom513 Footage of the convo my girl had with LUKE BRYAN!!!! Blow this up!!! WE LOVE YOU LUKE!!! #TaylynStrong #fuckcancer #concert #cincinnati #riverbend #love #lukebryan #fyp ♬ original sound – #TaylynStrong

Bryan grabbed her face and leaned in close so that he could clearly hear what she wanted to say to him. Taylyn can be heard telling him about a bracelet she made especially for him. The “Mind Of A Country Boy” then assured her that he would make sure he got it. The crowd cheered and a wide smile filled the young girl’s face as her mom hugged her close and Bryan returned to his place on the stage.

The caption of the post read, “LUKE BRYAN concert in CINCINNATI OHIO. he touched my daughter’s heart in a way she will remember forever and ever. Help this get back to LUKE so we can make sure he received Taylyn’s bracelet🧡”

@cancermom513 LUKE BRYAN concert in CINCINNATI OHIO. he touched my daughter’s heart in a way she will remember forever and ever. Help this get back to LUKE so we can make sure he recieved Taylyn’s bracelet🧡 #lukebryan #concert #fyp #love #adorable ♬ That's My Kind Of Night – Luke Bryan

Many fans commented saying this moment brought tears to their eyes. Others shared that they were in attendance for this concert and witnessed the adorable interaction take place.

One user wrote, “My favorite moment at this show! Hope all is well… @Luke Bryan is an awesome man with a true heart,” while another said, “this was the purest thing ive saw in my entire life. we were right next to you guys! im praying for her 💗💗💗!!” 

Taylyn’s Journey With Childhood Cancer

This marked one of the more celebratory videos Taylyn’s mom has posted on their TikTok page in regard to her journey with childhood cancer.

She first began sharing Taylyn’s journey with cancer at the start of October 2023. It all started with a runny nose that would not go away and eventually got to the point where the young girl could no longer breathe out of her nose. Taylyn began experiencing other unusual symptoms leading them to have multiple doctor visits to try and determine the cause of her long-lasting sickness. 

“They were definitely missing something,” her mom said.

@cancermom513 Just bringing awareness. Never a day in my life think a runny nose could result in my 7yo having childhood cancer. 😓 #fyp #cancersucks #fightcancer ♬ original sound – #TaylynStrong

Many appointments later, a CAT scan and MRI determined there was a large mass behind her nasal cavity that was also putting pressure on her eye. They began treatment immediately and made a plan for her little girl to undergo a total of 39 rounds of chemotherapy. 

She shared another update in January, revealing they were thankful to have completed 28 rounds of radiation, but that they were still dealing with plenty of complications that found them spending many days in and out of hospitals. The following month, Taylyn’s mom confirmed that even though there were a few treatments left to complete, her daughter had officially hit remission. 

“Grateful is an understatement,” she said at the time. 

@cancermom513 Still a few treatments left, but we hit remission!!! #nomorecancer #fuckcancer #fyp #cancertok #cancermom #cancerdoesntwin #fight #warrior #survivor #mybaby ♬ For You – Money Mone

Taylyn’s story will continue to be shared across the TikTok page, @Cancermom513, as well as under the #TaylynStrong. 

This weekend, Luke Bryan continues his Mind of a Country Boy Tour with three back-to-back shows in Gilford, NH.

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Madeleine O’Connell graduated from North Central College with a bachelors degree in Journalism and Broadcast Communications before deciding to pursue her studies further at DePaul University. There, she earned her masters degree in Digital Communication & Media Arts. O’Connell served as a freelance writer for over two years while also interning with the Academy of Country Music, SiriusXM and Circle Media and assisting with Amazon Music’s Country Heat Weekly podcast. In addition to Country Now, she has been published in American Songwriter, Music Mayhem, and Holler.Country. Madeleine O’Connell is a member of the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music.