In 2024, Natale was diagnosed with breast cancer, undergoing multiple surgeries, chemotherapy, and radiation. Now cancer-free, she is dedicated to using her experience to advocate for early detection and to support others affected by the disease.
“Together, we can pioneer a world without breast cancer” Natale said. ” I am excited to join forces with Susan G. Komen and committed to using my voice to empower women, especially in diverse communities, to advocate for their health and to break barriers in health equity.” Breast cancer is the most common cancer among Hispanic women in the U.S., with one in nine Hispanic/Latina women expected to be diagnosed during their lifetime. Research indicates that Hispanic women often face greater barriers to accessing screening mammograms compared to other ethnicities.
To help educate and address these disparities, Natale will share her insights across Komen’s social channels, including cross-promotional posts, a podcast interview, and the Komen blog. She will emphasize the theme of resilience in media interviews while advocating for timely mammograms, especially within the Hispanic community, which faces significant challenges in breast cancer outcomes.
Natale will also lead the “Beauty in Resilience” campaign, which focuses on inclusive beauty and challenges outdated beauty standards. The campaign celebrates the strength and beauty of multicultural breast cancer survivors and provides crucial health education and resources. “This effort is about redefining beauty through the lens of resilience and strength and ensuring that every community has access to the information and care they need,” explained Natale.
“There is someone in every state, every city, every community who has been impacted by breast cancer. Hispanic and Latina women, in particular, face later-stage diagnoses and need our support,” said Krissa Smith, Ph.D., vice president, education at Susan. G. Komen. “We’re deeply grateful to Gaby Natale for using her platform to educate and support all communities. Together, we emphasize the life-saving importance of early detection, regular screenings, and mental health support. Health equity remains central to our mission, and while progress has been made, our work continues.”
As part of her ambassador role, Natale will participate in signature Komen events such as the 2024 Komen Dallas North Texas Race for the Cure and promote these events through bilingual media appearances.
Susan G. Komen is the world’s leading nonprofit breast cancer organization, working to save lives and end breast cancer forever. Komen has an unmatched, comprehensive 360-degree approach to fighting this disease across all fronts and supporting millions of people in the U.S. and in countries worldwide. For more information, visit komen.org or call 1-877 GO KOMEN.
