Patrick Mahomes’ Mom Breaks Her Silence in Tearful Plea for Help as Loved One Battles Rare, Aggressive Cancer
The Mahomes family, already beloved by millions for their resilience and spirit on the football field, is now facing a devastating battle off of it. Randi Mahomes, the mother of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, has broken her silence with a trembling voice, pleading for prayers and support as a young member of their family fights for his life.
Luka’s Sudden Illness
Luka, the grandson of Randi’s cousin, was a healthy, happy baby until tragedy struck shortly after his eight-month birthday. While on vacation, Luka accidentally inhaled swimming pool water. What seemed like a minor incident quickly turned dire as he was rushed to the hospital.
After a series of tests, Luka’s family received the heartbreaking news that he had developed stage L2 intermediate neuroblastoma—a rare and aggressive cancer that affects approximately 800 children in the United States each year.
Patrick Mahomes’ mom, Randi, asked for prayers and donations to help her cousin’s grandson
Luka was recently diagnosed with stage L2 intermediate neuroblastoma, a rare form of cancer
Luka and his parents, Cassie and Carlos, are pictured wearing Mahomes’ No 15 Chiefs jersey
A Grueling Battle Begins
Doctors discovered a large tumor pressing on Luka’s lung. He underwent immediate surgery and spent five days in the intensive care unit. Since then, Luka has begun chemotherapy, and his fight has been nothing short of courageous.
On social media, Randi Mahomes shared her anguish and hope:
“Please join me in continuing to pray for my cousin’s grandson. Sweet Luka is still fighting Stage L2 intermediate neuroblastoma. He is undergoing chemo and fighting hard. Please pray for this sweet family as they are going through one of the hardest trials of their lives.”
Rallying Support
To help Luka’s parents, Cassie and Carlos, manage the mounting medical bills and the challenges of caring for an immunocompromised child, the family launched a GoFundMe campaign. As of this writing, the fundraiser is nearing its $9,000 goal, with Randi herself contributing $500.
Luka’s mother, Cassie, is an ICU nurse. Out of concern for her son’s fragile health, she has taken leave from work for the duration of his treatment, placing additional financial strain on the family.
Ongoing Challenges and Hope
The most recent updates bring cautious optimism. Luka has been moved out of intensive care and is now on the oncology floor. However, his chest tube remains in place as doctors continue to monitor fluid draining from his lung. His next round of chemotherapy is scheduled for June 25th, and the medical team is hopeful that after this treatment, the fluid will subside.
The GoFundMe page reads:
“His parents, Cassie and Carlos, have remained by his side since he was admitted. Please pray for this sweet family as they are going through one of the hardest trials of their lives.”
A Family Tested by Loss
This latest ordeal comes on the heels of another tragedy for the Mahomes family. Earlier this year, Randi lost her father—Patrick Mahomes’ grandfather—just five days after the Chiefs’ Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. The family continues to grieve his passing as they now rally around Luka in his fight.
How to Help
Supporters wishing to help Luka and his family can find the GoFundMe link on Randi Mahomes’ Instagram page. More than financial support, the family is asking for prayers, love, and encouragement as they navigate this unimaginable journey.
