Alief HS student battling cancer has died

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- An Alief Hastings High School graduating senior battling cancer has died, according to a school representative.

Ebony Banks was battling stage four cancer at MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Ebony wanted to meet Beyonce and earlier last week, her dream came true.

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With the help of her friends, Ebony FaceTimed with Beyonce Wednesday afternoon from her hospital room.

Earlier this month, the school district held a graduation ceremony for Ebony at the hospital.

According to the school representative, there will be a vigil Sunday night at Alief Hastings.

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