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Billy Porter Says He’s ‘On the Road to a Full Recovery’ After Urosepsis Hospitalization

The award-winning performer shared a brief Instagram video after four months of recovery to update fans on his condition.

Overview

  • Porter said he was hospitalized in the fall with urosepsis and described a “very, very challenging” four months, noting he is not fully recovered.
  • He delivered the update in an Instagram video captioned “She’s ALIVE!!! Proof of life, PTL!!!” and thanked supporters for prayers and messages.
  • The diagnosis led him to withdraw from Broadway’s Cabaret in September, and producers ended the run early with alternates Marty Lauter and David Merino finishing performances; they said doctors were confident of a full recovery.
  • Urosepsis is a severe form of sepsis originating from a urinary tract infection, a life‑threatening condition that requires prompt medical care, according to cited medical sources.
  • Porter used the post to spotlight the Prime Video film Christmas Karma, and outlets also report he is slated to appear in The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping.