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Lauren Tom, known for her turn on Friends, revealed in an emotional Instagram post that her 25-year-old daughter, Ellie, has been diagnosed with osteosarcoma. The actress asked for support as her family navigates treatment and recovery at Cedars‑Sinai.
What the Instagram announcement said about Ellie’s condition
Tom used social media to share photos of Ellie and to make the health news public. In her message she made clear that Ellie is battling osteosarcoma, a form of bone cancer, and that the family has begun medical care.
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- She thanked friends, relatives and the medical staff for their help.
- Tom named Cedars‑Sinai as the hospital caring for Ellie.
- She asked followers to leave messages of encouragement on either her post or Ellie’s account.
Family response and messages of encouragement
Tom described the outpouring of support as deeply moving. She praised Ellie’s character and strength while acknowledging the road ahead.
Personal notes from Lauren to Ellie
On Ellie’s recent Instagram post, Tom wrote a warm, hopeful message telling her daughter she is loved and expressing confidence that Ellie will make a full recovery.
Behind the scenes: who is supporting Ellie
Ellie is surrounded by close family. Tom has been married to actor Curt Kaplan since 1999. The couple also has a son, Leo.
- Curt Kaplan — husband and family advocate.
- Friends and relatives — offering emotional and practical support.
- Medical team at Cedars‑Sinai — providing diagnosis and treatment.
What is osteosarcoma and what patients face
Osteosarcoma is a rare cancer that arises in bone tissue.
- Treatment often involves surgery and chemotherapy.
- Recovery can be lengthy and requires coordinated care.
- Emotional and community support play a large role in patients’ resilience.
How fans and the public are reacting
Followers sent condolences and offers of help after the news broke. Tom said it is humbling to see how many people have reached out to offer love and assistance.
Lauren Tom’s career highlights
Tom has had a varied television career across live action and animation.
- Guest role as Julie, Ross’s girlfriend, on Season 2 of Friends.
- Appearances on Grace Under Fire and Men in Trees.
- Recurring work on the Disney Channel series Andi Mack.
- Voice roles on Futurama, King of the Hill, Teen Titans Go! and other animated shows.
Ways readers can show support
Tom requested prayers and asked people to leave kind comments on the Instagram posts. Public encouragement has been important to the family during this time.
