I am shocked by this news.
I have a saved copy of this video on my computer because it lifts up my mood when I'm down.
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A heart-warming and hilarious video made for her grandparents, showing a happy and healthy little girl who kept telling her dad that Mum was her favourite, went viral and was watched by almost than 9.5 million people.
But in a cruel twist of fate for a family that brought so much joy, Maddie died suddenly this week at the age of three after being diagnosed with two strands of the common cold.
Rocked by their grief, Mick and Kerryn say that they have been touched by the messages of love and support they have received from strangers and friends alike - people who were made to smile by Maddie's cute antics.
"In 10 years’ time someone will be having a bad day at the office and sit down and click on that video and it will cheer them up," Kerryn said. "That will be her legacy."