Nicole Scherzinger's Mom's Heart Battle: Two Strokes, Two Valve Replacements

Nicole Scherzinger shared a deeply personal account of her mother's battle with heart disease at the American Heart Association's annual Red Dress Collection Concert. Her mother has endured two strokes, necessitating multiple heart valve replacements. Scherzinger revealed that her mother has a mechanical heart, having first undergone a double valve replacement in 2002 following a stroke, and then another valve replacement in 2020 after a second stroke.

The performance was part of an event dedicated to women's cardiac health, which also featured Grammy winner Amy Grant. Grant recounted her own experience of undergoing life-saving open-heart surgery four years ago, highlighting how quickly life circumstances can change. The gala aimed to raise awareness for cardiovascular disease, which remains a leading cause of death in the U.S.

The event, hosted by Laura Linney, underscored the critical need to prioritize heart health, especially among women. The American Heart Association emphasized that many cardiovascular events are preventable through education and lifestyle modifications, such as healthy eating and stress reduction. The gathering included numerous celebrities and healthcare professionals to amplify this vital message.