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flag Actor David McKenna received kidney transplants from both parents after birth, overcoming chronic kidney failure to thrive in musical theatre.

flag David McKenna, the actor known for his role in the BBC’s *Lord of the Flies*, has revealed he received kidney transplants from both parents after being diagnosed with chronic kidney failure shortly after birth. flag He received his father’s kidney at age four, which restored his health, and his mother’s kidney at age ten after the first transplant failed. flag Now a teenager, McKenna has spoken publicly about his journey, highlighting the life-saving impact of organ donation and his success in musical theatre. flag His performance in the critically acclaimed series has drawn praise for its emotional depth.

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