Jimmy Kimmel Gives Update on Son Billy’s Heart Condition on His 7th Birthday [Video]

Jimmy Kimmel is sharing a heartwarming family update. The late-night host took to social media on Sunday to celebrate his son, Billy’s, seventh birthday, sharing the latest on his heart health. 

“Billy turns 7 today and is doing great thanks to the doctors, nurses, therapists and staff at @ChildrensLA & @CedarsSinai,” Kimmel captioned his post. “Billy is asking friends ‘to give $7 because I’m seven to help kids in the hospital.’ (he also wants a spy kit) His goal is ‘to raise $100 to help sick kids.’ If you’d like to donate – thank you and link in bio.” 

Back in 2017, Kimmel tearfully shared in a now-viral monologue that his son — whom he shares with wife Molly McNearney— had been born with a heart defect and underwent open-heart surgery at three days old. In the years since, Kimmel has echoed his gratitude to all those involved in his medical care …