David Rees, a South African actor best known for his role as Chris Welman in the Afrikaans soapie 7de Laan, suffered a real heart attack days after acting being admitted in hospital with a similar ailment.
BackaBuddy made a request for cash to assist pay for the actor’s medical costs on the soapie’s official Facebook page on Friday.
According to the statement, he requires double bypass surgery, which creates physical as well as emotional and financial hardship for his family.
The announcement follows an episode on Wednesday in which his character is attacked in the arcade and two guys shock his chest with a defibrillator, sending Chris to the hospital.
BackaBuddy posted: “We come to you with a plea from the depths of our hearts. In this moment, we cannot ignore the desperate situation his family now faces.
“The weight of overwhelming medical expenses has fallen upon their shoulders, hindering their ability to fully support David’s recovery.
“Unfortunately, David does not have medical aid, making this already daunting journey even more challenging. We humbly ask you to extend a helping hand. No contribution is too small or too large, every act of generosity counts.
“Your financial support will alleviate the immense strain on David’s family, providing them with the breathing room they so desperately need. We urge you to show David and his family that they are not alone.
“Let us come together as a community, as fans, and as friends. Let us rally behind David Rees and his loved ones, offering our support in whatever way we can. Through unity, we can work miracles and transform lives.”
David Rees also played the role of Nick Naude for 18 years in the long-running soapie Egoli.
