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Viewer Becomes Angel, Donates Liver to Former Anchor
6 May
Summary
- A loyal viewer became a perfect liver match for a former news anchor.
- The former anchor has battled autoimmune diseases since college.
- The surgery is scheduled for June, offering new hope.
Amy McGorry, a former New York news anchor, received a life-saving liver transplant offer from a devoted viewer. McGorry, 56, has been battling chronic autoimmune diseases, including autoimmune hepatitis and primary biliary cholangitis, since college. Her condition worsened significantly, requiring a new liver as of February.
As wait times for deceased donors are long, a living donor was McGorry's best option. After her public plea for help, a longtime viewer came forward and was found to be a perfect match. McGorry, who is also an advocate for the Living Donor Protection Act, expressed immense gratitude for the anonymous donor's generosity, calling her an "angel."
The transplant surgery is scheduled for June. McGorry is currently focused on building her strength for the procedure and subsequent recovery. This remarkable act of kindness has given McGorry renewed hope and faith in humanity.
