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Actor and comedian George Lopez has granted numerous wishes over the years for children with life-threatening conditions. His above-and-beyond efforts demonstrate his dedication to the mission of the Make-A-Wish Foundation® – to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.
When Lopez received word that Isaiah, a California teenager, wished to meet him, the busy TV star took the time to drive from his home to the family’s home in Santa Ana, Calif., on Easter Sunday.
Though the family was in the midst of moving to a new home, Lopez stayed the afternoon to visit with Isaiah and his family. The day turned into something bigger than just Isaiah's wish; it became an event to celebrate Isaiah, with Lopez blending in like one of the family.
Sadly, Isaiah died soon after the celebrity visit. He had been diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Isaiah’s wish had been a “rush wish,” according to Michelle Conrad, program services manager for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Orange County and Inland Empire. It was not the first time Lopez responded to a wish request on short notice.
Lopez was recently honored, along with other passionate celebrity wish granters, with the Chris Greicius Celebrity Award, presented annually by the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America.
“George delighted Isaiah and also the other wish kids he’s met,” said David Williams, Make-A-Wish Foundation of America president and CEO. “He understands how much the gift of his time and just helping a wish kid laugh and have a good time can inspire them.”
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Rest in peace, Isaiah.
- Elyse 04/08/2010 13:38 -
your a very lucky teen to meet george lopez
- rebecca 05/12/2010 19:37 -
George is an amazing gentleman with a huge heart who continually reaches out in any way he can to help or support those who are in need. This is a touching story that showcases his care....thanks for sharing!
- Lisa 05/29/2010 23:27 -
Bro i dont knwo you, but your story is really dep. And makes me really sad and happy.Thank you for your inspiration.
- Axel 06/01/2010 21:20 -
My friend has ALL too. I have something called Aplastic Amnemia. Its simalar to Lukemia. I am getting a referal to the Make a wish foundation, and I think it would be cool to meet George Lopez.
- Emma 12/17/2010 13:40 -
that really inspired me to grant more wishes.
- sarah 03/28/2011 5:05 -
it is amazing to see how a organization can make someones wish come true.
- Keven 04/06/2011 16:16 -
dude thats soo awsome i dont have any health promblems bt everytime i see some one sick i get really sad my wish is to be able to be a famous doctor i really want to be able to cure cancer that is so awsome u met george lopez he rocks
- Ricky 04/20/2011 8:54 -
Thank you everyone for your sweet comments. I'm Isaiah's proud Mother. George is very awesome and for a while he kept in touch here and there even after Isaiah went to Heaven. He really made Isaiah's wish come true and he became a member of our family because everytime I see him. He makes me think of Isaiah even more.......Thank you Make A Wish Foundation
- Gina 05/26/2011 22:44 -
Til this date Isaiah's story still inspires many; me included. Thats really cool that he met George Lopez.
- Rosio Gonzalez 09/08/2011 11:44 -
I met George Lopez also and he was amazing. I know that George loves all the kids that have life threatening illness. I pray I will push through mine and Make-A-Wish made it better.
- Derek 10/17/2011 20:04
