Natalie Cole dying from kidney disease
Daughter of singing legend faces grave illness.
Natalie Cole, the daughter of the late Nat King Cole, is reportedly battling for her life against a terrifying kidney disease. The 58 year old singer is said to have secretly been on dialysis for “an extended period” and even continued to tour while receiving treatments.
Unfortunately the disease has gotten to the point where Cole has to receive a transplant and her sister has offered to donate her own kidney, to help save the ailing singer’s life.
Cole has been treated for kidney failure since September (08), and doctors have told her she needs a transplant in order to live. According to a close friend of the family, Cole was overwhelmed with her sister’s generosity saying, “‘I can’t believe this! I’m so blessed. My sister’s giving me a tomorrow. She’s saving my life.’
Apparently Cole asked family members not to donate, but her sister Timolin, 47, was tested in secret, and has been declared a match by doctors.
Although Cole is currently too weak to undergo surgery, doctors are reportedly building up her strength so they can perform the organ swap next month (Feb09).
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tee cee's comment says
On January 22, 2009 at 8:56 pmthats sad, but i wish them well