Jimmy Kimmel’s Son Undergoes Third Open Heart Surgery

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Grab your tissues and popcorn, because the saga of Jimmy Kimmel’s youngest, Billy, just had its third chapter in the Great Heart Surgery Chronicles. Spoiler alert: It’s a feel-good flick with a happy ending!

Our favorite late-night jokester, 56-year-old Jimmy Kimmel, and his wife, Molly McNearney, have been starring in a real-life medical drama with their seven-year-old co-star, Billy. This weekend, the little hero underwent his third (and hopefully final) open heart surgery. Picture this: a pint-sized warrior grinning from a hospital bed, with a shiny new valve that’s the mechanical equivalent of a superhero upgrade.

Jimmy, our storyteller, started his social media monologue with all the flair of a proud papa. “This weekend, Billy had his third (yes, third!) open heart surgery. We entered this ordeal armed with optimism and a suitcase full of nerves, and emerged with a bionic boy who’s healthier and happier than ever,” he proclaimed. Alongside, a snapshot of a beaming Billy, looking like he just won the Super Bowl of Heart Surgeries.

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But hold onto your hats, because the real MVPs are the medical squad. Led by the magnificent Dr. Vaughn Starnes (a name so heroic it could be in a Marvel movie), cardiologist Tim Casarez, and the dream team at CHLA. Jimmy gave shout-outs to enough nurses and practitioners to fill a Hallmark movie cast list: Misty, Ann, Sylvia, Dana, Caleigh, Nick, Bekah, Julie, Kenny, Caroline, Lisa, Stephanie, Ellize, Ivy, Pam, and Carrie. It was a regular Who’s Who of heart-healing heroes.

Taking a sentimental stroll through the hospital, Jimmy was in awe of parents holding their breath, kids battling through pain, and the miracle workers wielding stethoscopes and magic. He threw in a plug for the CHLA, praising its commitment to helping families without emptying their pockets, thanks in part to the Affordable Care Act and kind-hearted corporate giants like Disney. Yes, the same Disney that pays Jimmy to make us laugh nightly.

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The thank-you train kept rolling with a special nod to Dr. Paul Viviano. Jimmy and his family have a new hero in their lives, and he’s not wearing a cape, but he might as well be. To the strangers who sent good vibes, the friends and family who rallied like a sports team, and Molly, who redefined mom strength, Jimmy tipped his hat. And Billy? He’s officially the toughest (and funniest) seven-year-old on the block.

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Jimmy wrapped up his heartfelt saga with a plea to spread the love. “Support @ChildrensLA or a stellar kids’ hospital near you. Nothing’s more important than looking out for each other,” he said, his heart on his sleeve.

Billy’s journey started on April 21, 2007, with a dramatic entrance that required immediate heart surgery. Fast forward through seven years, a couple of surgeries, and a whole lot of courage, and here we are – celebrating a milestone with more gratitude than a Thanksgiving dinner.

Here’s to Billy, the pint-sized powerhouse, and to all the unsung heroes making miracles happen every day. With love and laughter, Jimmy.

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