Influencer Jess Hurrell has died following a battle with cancer. She was 42. "We are devastated to say that Jess passed away last Friday after an 8-year battle with cancer," Hurrell's family shared via Instagram on Friday, August 29. "Her positive energy was infectious and her family and friends loved her dearly and being around her." While Hurrell battled her cancer diagnosis, she didn't let her health struggles keep her from living and enjoying her life. "Even tackling this horrible disease for over 8 years, people couldn't believe how positive and strong she was," the tribute continued.