Billy Porter: 'I Was Dead for Three Days'

Actor Billy Porter recently shared details of a harrowing health ordeal where he was hospitalized with sepsis last September. The "Pose" star's condition was critical, stemming from a kidney stone trapped in his urethra, which led to a rapid and severe infection. He spent three days on an ECMO machine, describing himself as "dead for three days" and a "walking miracle."

Following his time on life support, Porter faced another medical crisis as his leg developed compartment syndrome. Doctors performed surgery while he was in a coma, cutting open his leg from knee to hip to restore oxygen flow and save the limb. This near-death experience profoundly impacted Porter, leading him to reflect on working smarter, being obedient, and recommitting to always telling the truth.