appearing alongside her sisters Toni, Tamar, Trina and Towanda on their hit reality series “Braxton Family Values”.
She grew up in Severn, Maryland in a religious household alongside her sisters, mom, dad and older brother, Michael Jr. Her first performance was in her church choir.
Traci had several accomplishments under her belt as a solo artist, actress and host of a radio show. In October 2014, she released her solo debut album, titled “Crash & Burn” after her popular single “Last Call”, which peaked at No. 16 on the Billboard Hot 100.
In 2015, she released her single “Perfect Time” prior to releasing her second studio album “On Earth” in 2018. That project featured her single “Lifeline” as well as “Broken Things,” which featured guest vocals from sisters Toni, Towanda, 48, and Trina, 47.
In addition to “Braxton Family Values”, Traci appeared on another reality show, “Marriage Boot Camp”, with her husband during the series’ third season.
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Traci’s resume also included some acting credits including “Sinners Wanted”, “The Christmas Lottery”, and “Chaaw”, which is currently in postproduction.
Traci also contributed much of her adult life to social work for children with disabilities, according to her website. She supported charities and nonprofit organizations that focused on helping women and children facing health and societal challenges.
What is esophageal cancer?
Esophageal cancer is cancer that occurs in the esophagus — a long, hollow tube that runs from your throat to your stomach helping you move the food you swallow from the back of your throat to your stomach to be digested, the Mayo Clinic notes.
This form of cancer usually begins in the cells that line the inside of the esophagus and can occur anywhere along the esophagus. It is the sixth most common cause of death worldwide and is more common in men than women.
Signs and symptoms of esophageal cancer include:
- Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)
- Weight loss without trying
- Chest pain, pressure or burning
- Worsening indigestion or heartburn
- Coughing or hoarseness
However, early esophageal cancer usually has no signs or symptoms.
If you have any persistent signs and symptoms that worry you, you should…