Jimmy Kimmel recently took to Instagram to share an update on his 7-year-old son Billy’s health after his third open heart surgery. In his post, Kimmel thanked the medical team for their hard work and expressed gratitude for his son’s successful operation. He described Billy as a happy and healthy kid with a new valve following the surgery.
Kimmel became known to many in 2017 when he emotionally recounted the moment he learned about Billy’s heart defect on his show, “Jimmy Kimmel Live.” Billy was diagnosed with Tetralogy of Fallot at just 3 days old and underwent open heart surgery soon after. Kimmel provided updates on his son’s health over the years, raising awareness about the challenges faced by families dealing with costly medical treatments.
In his recent Instagram post, Kimmel praised his wife Molly for her strength as a mother and also expressed gratitude to the team at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles for their expertise and kindness during Billy’s surgery. The post highlighted the importance of access to affordable healthcare for all families, emphasizing the need to ensure that no parent has to worry about the cost of life-saving treatments for their child.
Kimmel has been open about the financial struggles that came with Billy’s surgeries, including how expensive it was for him and his family. He has used his platform to raise awareness about this issue, advocating for affordable healthcare options for all families.
Billy’s third open heart surgery was a success, thanks in large part to the hard work of Kimmel’s wife Molly and their medical team. The family is grateful for their support and grateful that they have made it through this challenging time together.
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