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Actor David McKenna received kidney transplants from both parents after birth, overcoming chronic kidney failure to thrive in musical theatre.
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.
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.
Now a teenager, McKenna has spoken publicly about his journey, highlighting the life-saving impact of organ donation and his success in musical theatre.
His performance in the critically acclaimed series has drawn praise for its emotional depth.
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El actor David McKenna recibió trasplantes de riñón de ambos padres tras el nacimiento, superando la insuficiencia renal crónica para prosperar en el teatro musical.