Man Behind Als Ice Bucket Challenge Dies of Disease

Man who inspired the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, dies of the disease at 46
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Anthony Senerchia, the man who inspired the viral sensation “ALS Ice Bucket Challenge” has died after a 14-year long battle with the disease. He passed away on Saturday at the age of 46.
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Senerchia was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, ALS, in 2003, and was told he only had a few years to live, shortly after marrying his wife Jeanette.
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“Throughout his fight, Anthony maintained a positive attitude and would say ‘It’s not what we take from life, but what we give back to others is what ultimately defines us,'” his obituary reads.
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Senerchia founded the Anthony Senerchia Jr. ALS Charitable Foundation, which helped fund research at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, as well as families impacted by the disease.
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He is best known for being the inspiration for the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, which became a worldwide sensation in 2014, attracting millions around the globe to take part in the challenge and make donations to ALS research. 📸: Deborah Karson

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