Jeralyn "Jeri" Wirtz, one half of the popular social media account "Jeri and Mike," has died of breast cancer.

Jeri Wirtz and her husband, Mike Wirtz, charmed the internet with their nearly 50-year interracial love story. Their Instagram account , which boasts over 360,000 followers, announced that she died at age 74 on Dec. 6 at home, surrounded by family.

"We are devastated and know this news will be shocking to many of you who loved her and followed her journey on social media throughout the years," the announcement read.

It added that Jeri Wirtz "openly shared her battle with stage 4 breast cancer for the past 9 years."

"Through every challenge, she showed incredible strength, grace, and that beautiful smile so many of you adored," it said.

A month ago, Jeri Wirtz "experienced

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