Ray Rodriguez Torres: Turning Heartbreak into Hope for Pediatric Cancer
She never asked me, daddy, why do we have to go do these horrendous things? That is something that I feel very proud of and very intimately involved in, and so when I tell you where The Next Five Years is, I do have to make mention of what happened Yesterday.
Ray Rodriguez Torres knows the profound pain of losing a child. When his youngest daughter, Bella, passed away from pediatric cancer, Ray could have been consumed by grief. Instead, he found a new purpose. In this episode of 'altered STATE', Ray shares his journey from heartbreak to hope, founding the Live Like Bella foundation to raise awareness and funds for pediatric cancer research.
Through candid conversation with host Tony Munoz, Ray opens up about the agony of losing Bella and the triumph of knowing her legacy lives on through his work. He discusses how maintaining physical and mental well-being is crucial when leading such a mission, emphasizing the importance of nourishment and exercise. Ray's story is one of resilience and leadership, offering inspiration to anyone facing adversity.
Tune in to hear how one father's love transformed a personal tragedy into a movement that brings hope to countless families.