Charla Krupp, longtime friend of TODAY, passes away at 58

Charla Krupp, a style expert who appeared on TODAY more than 100 times, lost her battle with breast cancer Monday. She was 58.

An editor at Glamour Magazine and People Stylewatch, Charla was the author of best-selling books "How Not to Look Old" and "How to Never Look Fat Again." Read an excerpt from the latter book here.

She appeared on TODAY to feature dozens of fun new trends, including slimming undergarments, the return of leggings and finding the perfect pair of shoes.

"We want to just extend our condolences to Charla's family," Matt said on TODAY.

"She had such a brave face," Ann added. "She was so vibrant ... she'd always come up with these coinages that would make you smile."

Charla is survived by her husband and her mother.

Her family has set up the Charla Krupp Memorial Fund for Women in Media at the University of Illinois, where Charla graduated with a degree in journalism.

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Me-Orlando

Truly saddened this morning to hear about Charla's passing. I am not one to pore over self help type books. Her appearances on the Today Show inspired me to purchase all of her books. I even emailed her one time to set up a time for a consultation when I was going to be visiting New York. She actually replied in less than 5 minutes after I sent it.

She will truly be missed.

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#1 - Tue Jan 24, 2012 9:51 AM EST

A n g e l a

Many prayers go out to Charla's friends & family. May the memories of such a wonderful person bring you some peace...xoxo

#2 - Tue Jan 24, 2012 11:08 AM EST

Liz-436799

Shocked to see this. Very sad. I've seen her so many times. Very vibrant, pretty woman, who by the way, didn't look at her age. Such a devastating disease with so many victims. We need a cure

#3 - Tue Jan 24, 2012 12:00 PM EST

ginadm60

My thoughts and prayers go out to her husband and family. She was a beautiful woman -- always enjoyed watching her on Today. Was shocked to hear she had breast cancer. I am a 4 year survivor and thankful for every day I wake up. We must continue to fight this disease for everyone who lost their battle and for the ones who are still fighting --- THINK PINK!!!

#4 - Tue Jan 24, 2012 1:30 PM EST

Pam Malnar

Hugs and prayers to Charla's husband, family and friends. This article missed that she had a sister, a dear friend of mine. Rest in Peace Charla you will be greatly missed. You were truely an inspiration to many.

#5 - Sat Jan 28, 2012 1:37 AM EST

Pam Malnar

I am sorry I missed adding Charla also had a brother. Prayers to all :)

#6 - Sat Jan 28, 2012 1:58 AM EST