Rosie McLoughlin, the sister of Coleen Rooney, has died at the age of 14, her family have revealed.
The teenager lost her battle with Rett syndrome - a rare genetic brain disorder - at home, surrounded by family, in the early hours of this morning.
Coleen and her husband - Manchester United star Wayne Rooney - have both helped to raise funds for Claire House Children's Hospital and Alder Hey Hospital, who helped care for Rosie.
A statement issued on behalf of the family read: "She was such a strong little girl and an inspiration to us all.
"We shall cherish forever the memories we have shared and the love she showed us each and every day of her life."
According to the NHS, just one in 12,000 females suffer from Rett syndrome.
Written by
Michael Penkman
Michael Penkman
