‘AGT’ Fans Worry About Brandon Leake As He Gets Candid Over Alarming Undiagnosed Illness
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America’s Got Talent fans are worried about Season 15 Champion Brandon Leake after he shared multiple vulnerable social media posts about an undiagnosed health condition. The poet’s messages discuss symptoms worsening and trips to the emergency room, while also discussing the authors’ faith. Fans are now sending him words of encouragement in this hard time.
Brandon Leake Posts About an Illness With Worsening Symptoms
On November 17, Leake took to Instagram detailing hits to both physical and mental health. The picture on the post shows a poem written by Leake alluding to an undiagnosed Illness that he’s been struggling with. Leake captioned the post revealing “ER visits, unsure diagnoses, tears, fear, sleepless nights, anxious days.”
More recently, on November 26, the AGT winner shared another update confirming more medical uncertainty. The accompanying picture shows a similar poem with a black background reading “Unsure diagnoses, more tests,” and “worsened symptoms.”
Leake’s words describe a feeling of being defeated at the moment with persistent illness. However, he bookended the vulnerability by affirming his spirit persists thanks to God’s faithful presence.
While Leake has not provided specific information on symptoms or possible conditions, his writing alludes to a serious health problem alongside his grief of an unknown diagnosis. As tests accumulate and this “trial” continues, the poet chooses to lay bare his shifting emotions while anchoring his foundation in faith.
Fans Share Support, Prayers on Leakes Posts
Since Leake got candid about his health struggles, his online community has shown him a lot of support. He received hundreds of comments full of empathy and kind words.
People sent virtual hugs, positive thoughts, and encouragement. Some prayed for his healing and for him to find the right medical help. They shared messages of faith and hope, saying things like “God’s got you” and “this tough time will pass.”
“Prayers up Brandon! Sending all the love and light in your moment of darkness. GOD always brings us through. Love and blessings seem like not enough words but God’s got you.” A fan commented
Some fans talked about their own experiences with illness and how Leake’s poetry helps them get through tough times. Others thanked him for staying strong and trusting in God, even during difficult moments.
