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15-Year-Old Battling Cancer Gets Surprise Visit From Gisele Bundchen

MALDEN (CBS) - A 15-year-old girl battling cancer is posting photos of a surprise visit she received on Thursday from Gisele Bundchen.

Karina Xavier, who was born in Brazil and lives in Malden, spent some time today with Bundchen. Xavier, who is a fashion blogger, posted pictures of herself doing Bundchen's make-up, along with photos of the two hanging out together.

"Thank you so much for taking time off of your day to come visit me and spend some time with me! Also thank you for your kind words and your very meaningful gifts! You are a great person and you will continue inspiring me," Xavier wrote on Instagram.

Bundchen also posted a photo.

"It was a pleasure to see you again @chicbykarina. You are warrior, an inspiration of positivity and courage. I will be praying for you. Sending you love and light always," she wrote.

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