Mary Lou Retton, the Olympic gold medalist and beloved native of West Virginia, is now facing one of the toughest battles of her life. She has been hospitalized in the intensive care unit, courageously fighting pneumonia that has left her struggling to breathe on her own. The gymnastics legend, admired for her groundbreaking achievements and inspiring journey, now finds herself in urgent need of support, compassion, and prayers.
The concerning news of Retton’s health was shared by her daughter, McKenna Kelley, who created a *spotfund page to update the public on her mother’s condition. Kelley revealed that Retton has been in intensive care for more than a week, unable to breathe independently. While she has chosen not to disclose every detail in order to protect her mother’s privacy, Kelley made one heartbreaking revelation: Mary Lou Retton does not have health insurance.
In a heartfelt Instagram story, Kelley appealed to fans and supporters, writing: “Please consider helping our family out, and most importantly, please continue to pray.”