Rohit Sharma
June 8, 2026
I never had the opportunity to meet Hazel. But, her dad and I worked together at Microsoft for six years, and I was always happy to hear updates about their beautiful family. I looked forward to all of us meeting in person one day.
The events of May in Hazel's life have shaken me to my foundation. My eldest daughter was born in Seattle just a few days before Hazel, and it breaks my heart that Hazel did not get to celebrate her 8th birthday.
But, I am also deeply inspired by the courage that Heath, Heather, and their families have shown by building this site, sharing their story publicly, and giving us all a reason to slow down and take better care. Hazel's legacy lives on through the Hazel Pledge, and the love, faith, and strength that her and her family have filled all of us with.
HopHop Gwendolyn Lee