'Home Alone’ star Ken Hudson Campbell draws celebrity support for finances as he fights cancer

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Ken Hudson Campbell, renowned for his role as Santa in the 1990 holiday classic 'Home Alone,' is currently in a battle against cancer.

Diagnosed on October 27, the star is now preparing for the upcoming surgery, as confirmed by the family.

His daughter Michaela, reaching out for support, stated on a GoFundMe page, "We need the world’s help to save Ken. A tumor had elusively grown on the bottom of his mouth and it began encroaching on his teeth.”

She continued, “On December 7th, he is scheduled for a 10-hour surgery, during which a large part of his jawbone will be removed, along with his lymph nodes, and part of his leg bone.”

“Surgeons plan to reconstruct a new jaw for Ken from this leg bone, install it, and treat him with radiation. He will have a 6-month recovery period & Chemo may be needed afterward as well,” Michaela added.

Ken's family seeks financial support from fans

On the fundraising page, Ken's daughter emphasized, "Campbell is a family man—a loving father of two children with an admirable lust for life and a passion for acting, writing, & sports. It is possible that this procedure will affect his ability to work as an actor in the future."

“We are asking for your help so that Kenny can use the time ahead to return to health, and spend more time with family & friends. Every prayer, positive thought, dollar, or gesture of support means the world to our family,” she said.

Since then, several celebrities donated and wished for his complete recovery, reports People.

These A-listers include Steve Carell, Jeff Garlin, Tim Meadows, Big Bang Theory co-creator Bill Prady, and others.

Fans wish Ken to recover fully amid cancer diagnosis

Campbell also took to his Instagram account to share the news of his cancer diagnosis, stating, "Never thought I’d be posting this. All thanks to my wonderful family."

Fans responded to his health update with messages like, "Sending love and prayers your way, brother. Wishing you a speedy recovery! ❤️🙏🏻"

Another said, "Stay strong friend, praying for a successful treatment and recovery."

"Love you Kenny and many prayers for you 🙏❤️" wrote one person.

A fan stated, "Donated twice & shared. You can do this Ken!! My grandfather had a rare form of throat cancer 20 years ago, he was Stage 4 & had a very low survival rate. He went into remission & ended up living another 23 years; a full and happy life. Remember rainbows follow stormclouds."

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