This is my story , Ben Breedlove , a new angel among us

Breedlove died from cardiac arrest on the night of Christmas Day 2011 at his parent's home where family and friends were gathering for Christmas dinner.[4] Paramedics rushed him to the hospital but were unable to resuscitate him
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At an early age, Breedlove had been diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), a muscle heart disease which made it difficult for his heart to pump blood, ultimately leading to cardiac issues. His doctor believed that Breedlove would not survive past his early teenage years.[1]
[edit]"This is my story"
On December 18, 2011, Breedlove released a 2-part video on YouTube, entitled "This is my story." Using note cards, he explained about his heart condition, as well as how it impacted his life. He also mentioned three near-death experiences.[6]
"I was at school, walking in the hall. I could tell I was going to faint, so I sat on a bench. I passed out. The next thing I know, I woke up with EMS around me. I couldn't talk or move, I could only watch what they were doing. They put the shock pads on my chest. I heard one of them say 'They are ready'. And the other guy said 'Go!'. I passed out again. My heart stopped and I wasn't breathing for 3 minutes."
Breedlove on the third time he "cheated death".[7]
In the video, Breedlove describes the first time he "cheated" death, which was at the age of 4 when he had a life-threatening seizure.[6] He goes on to describe an experience he had in a hospital while being wheeled on a stretcher, "There was this big bright light above me ... I couldn't make out what is was because it was so bright. I told my mom, 'Look at the bright light' and pointed up. She said she didn't see anything."[2][4][7]
On May 3, 2009, Breedlove underwent surgery to insert a defibrillator.[2] The defibrillator helped regulate his heart beat and gave him more energy.[1] In the video he shows a red scar on his chest, where the pacemaker had been inserted.[7]
In the summer of 2011, Breedlove fell into his second cardiac arrest, while in the hospital for a routine tonsillectomy. He stated that, "It was a miracle that they brought me back ... I was scared to die, but am so glad I didn't."[2]
The third time Breedlove survived death was on December 6, 2011. While in the hall at Westlake High School, he felt that he was going to faint, so he sat down on a bench where he then passed out. The next thing he recollects is being surrounded by emergency medical services (EMS) personnel, and that he was unable to speak or move. He remembers passing out a second time after being resuscitated with a "shock pad". During this time his heart ceased pumping blood for three minutes.[7][8] While unconscious, Breedlove had a feeling of comfort similar to that of his first near-death experience. He recalls being dressed up in a white suit while standing alongside his favorite rap artist, Kid Cudi, in a white room.[7]
[edit]Death and aftermath

Breedlove died from cardiac arrest on the night of Christmas Day at his parent's home where family and friends were gathering for Christmas dinner.[4] Paramedics rushed him to the hospital but were unable to resuscitate him.[2]
News of his death made world coverage on December 27, his story first appearing on the Nine Network's Ninemsn[5] before coverage spread out through the world on other major media outlets, including the Los Angeles Times,[7] American Broadcasting Company,[2] CBS News,[9] MSNBC,[8] Fox News,[10] MTV,[11] Daily Mail,[4] Independent,[12] Herald Sun,[13] Washington Post[14] and People Magazine.[15]
On December 29, Breedlove's funeral was held at the Gateway Church, in Austin, Texas. The memorial service was broadcast live on KXAN, at his father's request. More than 1,400 people attended the service, and another 11,000 watched online.[16][17] A day after the funeral, Kid Cudi said in reaction "This has really touched my heart in a way I can't describe, this is why I do what I do."[18]

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[MrKelso789]

omg god rest his soul. and everyone who disliked this know there wrong to do this u demons how dare u say this about someone what did he do to u guys. Common Sense Rip Ben

[deedgl214]

My 16 year old son not only has a heart condition but has cirrhosis of the liver as well.With out the proper transplant my baby with not make it. Thank you for giving me hope that he will, and has been good,in his worst medical moments/ Bless you my child, you are an inspiration to so many

[MrsKatyNewman]

In tears </3

[ericass7]

God is real<3

[PrittyPinkies]

I cried:(

[manolo8749]

I'm going to look up his favorite song....

[dream363318]

Yes It Is And, Hey Emmy!(:

[EMMYESPINOSA7788]

cant believe that happend:'(

[EMMYESPINOSA7788]

thats so sad im so sorry for that :'(

[jasonyuille]

forever my hero RIP Breedlove chill with that bright light you saw when you were 4 :')