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Mia Love, the first Black woman elected to Congress as a Republican, passed away at the age of 49 after a battle with brain cancer. Her family announced her death on Sunday, March 24, through her official X account, stating that she died peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones.
Love Family: With grateful hearts filled to overflowing for the profound influence of Mia on our lives, we want you to know that she passed away peacefully today. She was in her home surrounded by family. In the midst of a celebration of her life and an avalanche of happy… pic.twitter.com/YzhAuH1l9x
— Mia Love (@MiaBLove) March 24, 2025
“With grateful hearts filled to overflowing for the profound influence of Mia on our lives, we want you to know that she passed away peacefully today,” the family wrote. “She quietly slipped the bands of mortality and, as her words and vision always did, soared heavenward.”
Love made history in 2015 when she was elected to represent Utah’s 4th Congressional District, serving until 2019. She was a strong advocate for conservative values and worked on issues such as limited government and economic empowerment. Her leadership and groundbreaking role in politics earned her widespread respect.
Utah Governor Spencer Cox honored Love’s legacy, calling her “a true trailblazer and visionary leader.” He added, “Mia inspired countless Utahns through her courage, grace, and unwavering belief in the American dream.”
In 2022, Love was diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. She publicly discussed her battle in a CNN interview in 2023, sharing her hopeful outlook despite the grim prognosis. Love participated in a clinical trial at Duke University’s Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center and credited her Mormon faith with helping her stay strong.
After leaving Congress, Love became a CNN political commentator and a guest on ABC’s The View. Her passing marks the loss of a historic leader who broke barriers and inspired many. Her contributions to politics and media will be remembered as part of her enduring legacy.
