Billy Porter Reveals Severe Health Crisis Following Urinary Infection and Coma
Broadway performer Billy Porter disclosed a serious medical emergency that began with a urinary infection. While performing in London's West End production of 'Cabaret' from January to May last year, Porter developed an infection that progressed despite antibiotic treatment. After returning to New York for a Broadway revival of the same musical, he was hospitalized in September due to kidney stone complications. The situation escalated into sepsis, requiring life support and a three-day coma. During this period, he experienced compartment syndrome in one leg, necessitating surgical intervention. Porter has since recovered and discussed the experience during promotional appearances for his new children's book, 'Songbird in the Light'.
Key facts
- Billy Porter suffered a urinary infection that developed into a kidney infection with stones
- The health crisis occurred after his West End debut in London's 'Cabaret' production
- Porter was hospitalized in September and fell into a coma for three days
- He required ECMO life support and leg surgery for compartment syndrome
- The actor has recovered and recently promoted a new children's book
Entities
Artists
- Billy Porter
Institutions
- Playhouse Theatre
Locations
- London
- New York