Stephen Sutton: Teen who measured life in the difference he made

Stephen’s Story went viral on social media when he posted what he thought was his last “thumbs up” photo from his hospital bed, on 22 April 2014.

“He just connected with so many people,” said Mrs Sutton.

By the time he died he had raised £3m.

On the 10th anniversary of his death that amount has now doubled, thanks to the continued fundraising in his name.

Kate Collins, chief executive of the charity, described it as a “remarkable achievement”.

She added: “Stephen talked about not wanting to measure life in terms of time, but in terms of the difference you’re able to make, and he made the most enormous difference.”