Ben Breedlove Videos, Pictures, and Bio

Ben Breedlove died on Christmas Day 2011 at the age of 18. He had a disease called hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and died of cardiac arrest last weekend. Though his story is a very sad one, the teen was very optimistic about life and reached out to the world through a series of touching videos posted on YouTube.

Ben Breedlove (via YouTube) His 2-part "This is my story" video went viral upon his death. The clips told viewers about his condition, and three near-death experiences, using note cards. He detailed a recent hospital stay after passing out at his high school. While in the hospital, he said he recalled being dressed up in a white suit, and his favorite rapper Kid Cudi was standing in the white room with him.

After Breedlove passed away on December 25, Kid Cudi spoke about the teen. "This has really touched my heart in a way I can't describe, this is why I do what I do," the rapper said.

Breedlove was diagnosed with the heart condition at an early age and doctors didn't believe he'd survive past his early teen years. The disease made it difficult for his heart to pump blood, while let to cardiac issues.

See the touching videos from Bed Breedlove here:

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