ParentsKidsJill Smokler, Creator of Scary Mommy, Passes Away
Jill Smokler, the visionary behind Scary Mommy, a platform that revolutionized how mothers share their experiences, has passed away at 48 after a battle with glioblastoma. Her legacy includes fostering an honest, supportive community for millions of mothers, forever changing the narrative of motherhood from isolation to shared understanding and validation.

By Tiffany JewellJun 22, 2026