Paul Alexander, The Man in the Iron Lung, passed away yesterday, Alexanders GoFundMe wrote onTuesday.
After surviving polio as a child, he lived over 70 years inside of an iron lung.
In this time Paul went to college, became a lawyer, and a published author.
Paul Alexander photographed in 2017 by Gizmodo in the iron lung that he spent almost every moment of the day inside.Photo: Jennings Brown / Gizmodo
His story traveled wide and far, positively influencing people around the world.
Paul was an incredible role model that will continue to be remembered.
Like if somebody touches the iron lungtouches itI can feel that.
I can feel the vibration go through the iron lung, Alexander told Gizmodo at the time.
The remaining money will help pay for funeral costs, according to his brother.
You guys are incredible because the things you said to me touched my heart tremendously.
I want you to know I appreciate what youve done, but I love you even more.
Alexander would field questions from TikTok users on a range of topics, including how hebecame a lawyer.
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