A fundraiser started by Mary Lou Retton's daughter to pay for medical expenses has raised more than $284,000.
American gymnastics legend Mary Lou Retton continues to fight for her life as a fundraiser for her medical care has far surpassed its initial goal. On Wednesday, McKenna Kelley, the Olympic gold-winning medalist's daughter, offered an update on her mother's condition after she revealed on Tuesday that she was in the ICU battling a 'very rare form of pneumonia, saying her mother is getting incredible medical care as she continues to fight in the ICU.
She is getting incredible medical care! Thank you to all the doctors and nurses!''We ask for continued prayers and positive thoughts for our mom,' she added. On Tuesday, Kelley started a fundraiser on Spotfund to help pay for medical expenses, saying the Olympic gold medalist is currently uninsured and was not able to breathe on her own. As of Wednesday evening, nearly $300,000 had been raised.
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