Tom Brady Sends Special Message to Teen Who Received Heart Transplant

Shaun Patterson graduated high school, but wasn’t able to walk with his teammates. However, this was definitely a lovely day for him. Shaun lived with Tetralogy of Fallot. It’s a congenital heart disease, and was scheduled for a heart transplant at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital in St. Louis. So, Shaun received his heart transplant. Unfortunately, the surgery kept him away from the high school graduation and Shaun couldn’t celebrate with his classmates.

The hospital staff at Hazelwood Central High School decided to do something about it. The kid has to celebrate his big day.

Ten days after Shaun’s surgery, he walked in his cap and received the diploma. This happened on his 91st day in the hospital.

“What happened to him in April to get here to a heart transplant to graduation to him walking out the bed and just how he’s really bounced back from this, I’m elated,” his mom, Robin Gordon, said.

There’s more. Shaun is a huge Patriots fan and he was honored with a brilliant surprise. He received a very special message from Patriots quarterback Tom Brady.

“I just want to let you know that you’re an amazing guy and I’m really proud of you and all the things you’ve accomplished thus far,” Tom said in a video that was played at Shaun’s graduation. “I also you hear you love sports you love the Patriots, and I think what may be the best idea is you analyze a few plays for me and see what you can do. Pull up some of your favorite clips and then send them to me so I can do a little evaluation. Hang tough. Take care. We’re thinking of you. We’re proud of you. Congrats on your graduation and keep kicking butt.”

SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital released the video about the student and his graduation day. It offers an emotional message for everyone, and it was something Shaun won’t forget.

This isn’t the first time Brady takes part in something this good. He is all-in when it comes to supporthing his fans. That’s what makes him such a great person.

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