Jimmy Kimmel shares that his 7-year-old son Billy has undergone his third heart surgery – NBC Chicago

Jimmy Kimmel Gives Heartwarming Update on Son Billy’s Health Journey

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel and his wife Molly McNearney recently shared an update on their son Billy’s health journey. Over the Memorial Day weekend, the 7-year-old underwent his third and hopefully final open heart surgery.

In an Instagram post, Kimmel expressed his gratitude for the staff at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and reflected on the experience of seeing other families going through similar challenges. He also thanked their family and friends for their support during this difficult time.

Kimmel and McNearney first shared Billy’s health journey in 2017 when they learned he was born with heart defects that required immediate surgery. Since then, they have kept fans updated on his progress, with Kimmel describing Billy as a “very funny kid” who loves Spiderman and jumping on his head.

Following the news of Billy’s latest surgery, the Kimmel family received an outpouring of well-wishes from fans and friends, including John Stamos, Uzo Aduba, and Justin Theroux.

The update on Billy’s health journey serves as a reminder of the strength and resilience of children facing medical challenges, as well as the importance of support from loved ones and the medical community. Billy’s story continues to inspire and uplift those who follow his journey.