Deadpool star Ryan Reynolds sends heart-warming video message to 6-year-old boy in need of life-saving treatment. Watch here

Canadian-American actor and co-owner of Wrexham football club Ryan Reynolds has joined the fight of a child looking for life-saving treatment. Six-year-old Leland has been diagnosed with Pre-Leukemia. Leland desperately needs a bone marrow transplant to save his life. Leland is also a big fan of Newcastle FC.

After his diagnosis, Sarah, Leland's mother, set up an awareness page sharing all information about his health condition. Sarah mentioned that Leland underwent multiple tests, including a bone marrow biopsy, after developing a stubborn cough, including a bone marrow biopsy.

Leland's bone marrow matches no one's in his family. He needs to rely on an outsider for this transplant.


JJ O'Donnell, Blyth Spartans' defender, shared Leland's story on Twitter, where he mentioned that he would be walking out with him during the match between Blyth Spartans and Wrexham AFC.



In his tweet, O'Donnell also tagged Wrexham AFC and the Deadpool actor. The next update came from Ryan Reynolds, who posted a video supporting Leland.
In the video, he shared a message praising Leland for his love of football. While he hopes to see Leland in the field, he also wishes to meet him in person one day.

FAQ:

What did doctors advise Leland after he was diagnosed with MDS?
Once he was diagnosed with Myelodysplastic Syndrome on September 8, 2022, doctors advised him to go for a bone marrow transplant this year.

How did little Leland react after Ryan Reynolds sent him a video message?
Once Leland watched Ryan's video on Twitter, he thanked him for the message and for caring about him.