What is Sam Vanderpump's current health condition?

Sam Vanderpump, a 28-year-old reality TV star, has been diagnosed with irreversible end-stage liver disease and is awaiting a liver transplant, the only way for him to live a normal life going forward.

How did Ollie Locke react to Sam Vanderpump's diagnosis?

Ollie Locke, Sam's close friend, says the scenes where Sam revealed his diagnosis on Made In Chelsea were 'just f***ing heartbreaking' and that he and his husband Gareth have been rallying around Sam and his pregnant fiancée Alice Yaxley to provide support.

What is the current status of Sam Vanderpump's liver transplant?

Sam is currently awaiting a liver transplant, which doctors have said is the only way for him to live a 'perfectly normal life' despite his irreversible end-stage liver disease. Ollie says the news of Sam's condition has already led to tens of thousands of new organ donation registrations.

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Reality Star Sam Vanderpump Battles Irreversible Liver Disease, Awaits Transplant

16 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Sam Vanderpump, 28, diagnosed with irreversible end-stage liver disease
Ollie Locke, 38, says Sam is 'like a brother' and they are supporting him
Sam's fiancée Alice Yaxley is pregnant as he awaits a liver transplant

Reality Star Sam Vanderpump Battles Irreversible Liver Disease, Awaits Transplant

In a heartbreaking revelation, Made In Chelsea star Sam Vanderpump, 28, has been diagnosed with irreversible end-stage liver disease. The news came as a shock to Sam, who was initially told his liver condition was manageable, but his health took a sudden turn for the worse last year.