Michael Strahan’s Daughter, Isabella, Resumes USC Studies After Beating Brain Cancer

Isabella Strahan, the 19-year-old daughter of former NFL star and TV host Michael Strahan, has returned to the University of Southern California this week to resume her studies after taking a leave of absence following her brain cancer diagnosis.

Strahan shared a Boomerang video on her Instagram Story on Tuesday of herself winking at the camera while standing next to her mother, Jean Muggli. Appearing happy and healthy in jean shorts and a white tank top, Strahan wrote “Back at USC” over the selfie-style post in the university’s signature red and gold colors.

Isabella revealed in July that she was cancer-free after battling the disease for nearly a year. “Everything was clear,” she said of her final scan. “Cancer-free and everything is great. I don’t have another doctor’s appointment until October.”

In light of the positive news, Isabella announced she would be pausing her YouTube vlog, which had documented her health journey, including the numerous brain surgeries she had to undergo as well as candid photos from her lengthy hospital stay.

In a June 16 video, the teen showed herself ringing the Duke Children’s Hospital & Health Center bell three times to celebrate the end of her cancer journey while surrounded by family and staff, who cheered her on with Kool & the Gang’s “Celebration.” Strahan was diagnosed with medulloblastoma, a type of brain cancer, in October 2023 and subsequently underwent emergency surgery.

Strahan’s father, Good Morning America co-anchor Michael Strahan, 52, has been by his daughter’s side throughout her battle. He lauded Isabella as a “superwoman” when she completed chemotherapy treatment.

“@isabellastrahan, you are a SUPERWOMAN!” the former NFL player captioned an Instagram post. “Ringing that bell, finishing chemo, and on your way!”

With her cancer in remission, Isabella is now focused on returning to her studies at USC and resuming her normal life.