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Notre Dame QB CJ Carr Honors Late Brother's Legacy

11/23/2025

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Summary

Story summary

CJ Carr, Notre Dame quarterback, shared a personal story about his late brother Chad, who died at age five from an inoperable brain tumor, as Chad's tenth anniversary arrives this year.
The loss shaped his drive and determination.
He chose Notre Dame as a tribute to Chad, hoping it would resonate with his brother's spirit.
The Carr family established the ChadTough Foundation to fight DIPG, honoring Chad's memory.

History

Historical Context

The ChadTough Foundation was established in 2018 by the Carr family to combat diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG), a rare brain tumor that claimed Chad Carr's life at age five in 2015. With a survival rate below 1%, the foundation aims to raise awareness and funding for research, while CJ Carr's commitment to Notre Dame honors his brother's legacy in this critical fight.

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Story summary

CJ Carr, Notre Dame quarterback, shared a personal story about his late brother Chad, who died at age five from an inoperable brain tumor, as Chad's tenth anniversary arrives this year.
The loss shaped his drive and determination.
He chose Notre Dame as a tribute to Chad, hoping it would resonate with his brother's spirit.
The Carr family established the ChadTough Foundation to fight DIPG, honoring Chad's memory.

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