Lance Armstrong, Who Raised $500 Million Before Dark Times Hit, Revealed Helping Cancer Patients in 2019 But Without Ever Stepping Outside
Follow Us
The Cycling legend, Lance Armstrong, faced a tragic ending to his career. In 2012, doping charges did not cost him just his Tour de France titles, but almost everything he achieved in his iconic career. He lost his money, stardom, fame, trust of millions of fans. Even his immense contribution to society got overshadowed by the drug charges.
Lance Armstrong launched the ‘Livestrong’ foundation in 2003 to provide support for people affected by cancer. The motive of the organization was to improve the lives of cancer survivors and those affected by cancer. But the drug charges on the face of the charity trust coasted them huge losses. As a result, Lance had to step down from the chairmanship of the Livestrong. But the Lance found alternate ways to serve humanity, that too just by sitting at home.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Millionaire Lance Armstrong Lost 7 Figure Amount After His Infamous Doping Controversy
Lance’s New Way of Helping Cancer Patients
Lance used to generate funds for Livestrong through bike rides and events. But after Livestrong distanced themselves from him, the legend found other ways to make patients smile. In an interview with NBC back in 2019, Lance told that he is still a part of the cancer community. He further added that his boundaries may have been limited, but his goal hasn’t. “The extent of my work at the cancer community is me and my iPhone”, he said.
Lance’s new way of contribution is to record a personal short video for a particular cancer patient to cheer them up. “I grab my phone and I record a video,” he added. The 51-year-old that this happens “too often” but he feels great to contribute to the noble cause.
Trending
Carlos Alcaraz Injury: Mutua Madrid Open Plans Delayed Further as the Spaniard’s Title Defense Gets Trickier
April 20, 2024 09:00 PM EDT
‘RIP’ – Heartbroken Brother of John McEnroe Mourns ESPN Legend’s Tragic Death Who Last Tweeted About Coco Gauff
April 21, 2024 02:43 PM EDT
Laureus Awards 2024: How and Where Can Fans Watch the Likes of Novak Djokovic, Coco Gauff, and Others Gracing the Event
April 22, 2024 05:54 AM EDT
After Alexander Zverev’s Outburst, Tennis Fans Bash ‘Unplayable’ Munich Conditions as Felix Auger-Aliassime Turns Second Victim
April 20, 2024 11:01 AM EDT
Stefanos Tsitsipas’ Girlfriend Paula Badosa Provides Saddening Health Update After Being Forced To Retire Against Aryna Sabalenka
April 19, 2024 03:58 AM EDT
Get instantly notified of the hottest Tennis stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.
Follow Us
Lance Armstrong Expressed his feeling about the End of his Association with Livestrong
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Although it’s been almost a decade since this incident. It has been almost a decade, but a few years back, Lance himself expressed his feeling about the decision. The legend expressed that he did not like the decision of the company completely put him off the picture. He said, “I don’t think it was the right decision”. The foundation did exceptionally well and was getting momentum under his chairmanship.
Cycling legend Lance Armstrong was the face of the trust and made those yellow bands a symbol of Livestrong. The trust generated nearly 500 million dollars in funds and save millions of lives. As a founding member and the driving force, he felt that people still associated him with Livestrong. He said, “We can’t separate”.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Watch This Story: Cyclist Mohric Slovenian wins a race with a modified bike that could change sports forever
The theme, name, and other important features had Lance included. Hence, according to him, it’s all a subconscious association. Should Livestrong include Lance Armstrong back? Let us know in the comment box.