Xisco Quesada, the young Mallorcan man who raised 700,000 euros for his cancer treatment, has died.
He was 28 years old, a father of two, and had amassed more than 350,000 followers on Instagram, where he had shared his daily life and medical condition.
PalmXisco Quesada, a 28-year-old from Mallorca and father of two, has died after suffering from pancreatic cancer with metastasis. His family announced his death on Wednesday in a post on his Instagram account, @xiscoquesada9, the profile from which he had shared information about his medical condition in recent months. In the statement, the family explained: "It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Xisco," and recalled that "his life changed completely when he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer with metastasis." They also noted that, from that moment on, he decided "to share his daily life unfiltered, showing the process, his fears, and also a strength that left us speechless."
The text details that "he spent his last months at the University of Navarra Clinic in Pamplona, where he remained until the end with his family." It adds that "he transformed pain into awareness; his story, into a reference point for many people going through difficult times," and that "he received every message, every expression of affection, and every gesture of support with immense gratitude." The statement concludes by noting that "he passed away surrounded by love," asking for "respect and affection for our family during these very difficult times," and affirming that "he will always live on in our hearts."
Diagnosed in June 2025
Quesada had publicly announced his diagnosis in June 2025. Since then, he primarily used Instagram to share updates on his treatment, medical tests, and travel for specialized care. His account grew significantly, reaching over 350,000 followers. In recent days, he launched a crowdfunding campaign to help finance his private medical treatment. The initiative raised €700,000 in 24 hours, a figure that sparked some controversy regarding the use and necessity of the funds. Quesada offered a public explanation through social media, detailing that the money would be used exclusively to cover the costs of treatments and related medical expenses, and that any surplus would be dedicated to research and supporting other patients in similar situations. The family has not yet released details about the funeral arrangements. Her situation generated widespread public attention and debate on social media about access to cancer treatments and online fundraising, especially in cases of serious illness.
