Jimmy Kimmel Shares Heartwarming Health Update on Son Billy as He Turns 8: “He’s Healthy, He’s Strong, He’s Weird!”

Jimmy Kimmel is all smiles as he celebrates a major milestone in his son’s life—Billy just turned 8, and the late-night host has nothing but positive news to share about his little boy’s health.

In a recent interview and heartfelt Instagram post, Kimmel opened up about Billy’s journey, reflecting on how far his son has come since undergoing emergency open-heart surgery as a newborn.

Born with a congenital heart defect, Billy’s early days were harrowing.

But today, Jimmy proudly reports: “Billy’s doing great. ”

“He’s a perfectly healthy… well, I shouldn’t say normal.

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He’s not a normal kid—he’s a weird kid,” Jimmy joked with affection.

“But his heart is fine.”

Kimmel, 56, acknowledged that people often hesitate to ask about Billy, worried it might be too sensitive.

But he’s always open to talking about his son’s condition—and even more eager to share the good news.

“He’s honestly no different physically than any of the other kids,” he reassured fans.

To mark Billy’s birthday, Kimmel shared an adorable photo of his son on Instagram, beaming with life and energy.

In the caption, he thanked Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, where Billy underwent his life-saving surgery, for their exceptional care.

“He’s very healthy and strong thanks to the care of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles,” Kimmel wrote.

“It’s just a great place for parents to bring their kids when it’s needed—but also, it’s a great place because they train doctors and nurses not just from around the country, but around the world.”

Kimmel, who has long used his platform to advocate for children’s healthcare access, became a powerful voice for healthcare reform after Billy’s surgery in 2017.

His emotional monologue on Jimmy Kimmel Live! following Billy’s procedure sparked national conversation and was one of the most talked-about moments on late-night television that year.

“It’s a terrifying thing,” he recalled of the moment doctors swarmed in to help his son.

“My wife was still in the recovery room, and I had no idea what was going on.

I was surrounded by people with very serious, worried faces trying to figure it out.”

Since then, fans have followed Billy’s story with unwavering support.

Many still approach Kimmel with heartfelt messages and prayers.

“People still come up to me, they ask how Billy’s doing,” he said.

“It means a lot.

It really does.”

When asked if he was surprised by the ongoing outpouring of love, Kimmel didn’t hesitate.

“How could you forget something like that?” he said.

“People were—and still are—so kind.

That night touched so many people.

And it’s the kind of thing you carry with you.”

Though Kimmel has spent decades on TV making people laugh, it’s this deeply personal chapter that has perhaps left the biggest impact.

And now, as Billy celebrates another year of life—this time healthy, thriving, and just a little bit “weird”—Jimmy Kimmel is filled with gratitude.

“He’s doing awesome.

 He really is,” Kimmel said, smiling.

“And we’re lucky.

So lucky.”

As Billy continues to grow and thrive, his story stands as a reminder of the power of expert care, community support, and a family’s unshakable love.