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The CEO of Big Baller Brand, LaVar Ball opened up about his right leg amputation in an exclusive interview with SLAM Magazine on March 18, 2025. The 57-year-old revealed that after an infection in his foot spread to his bloodstream in January, he had his right leg amputated.
In an Instagram video posted on April 8, 2025, LaVar Ball shared a message following his recent leg amputation surgery. Despite undergoing such a significant change in his life, LaVar remained optimistic about the future and expressed his desire to start his podcast.
He mentioned that due to his condition, he’s been confined to his home. He explained that because of this, he “needs something to do” and came up with the idea of starting a podcast, although he wanted his fans to help make that decision.
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"I'm going to let my fans and my folks think about the big ball about this. What do y'all think that I should do a podcast? People have been asking me, I think I should do my own podcast.“I’m going to let you determine that, You know why? Because I'm going to give the people what they want. Trust and believe that," LaVar Ball stated.
“I’m gonna give y’all the real deal”- LaVar Ball opens up about his amputation in a recent SLAM magazine interview
Ball revealed that he underwent three leg surgeries and four blood transfusions and eventually had his right leg amputated.
“First, they cut off a couple of toes. Then they cut off my foot. Then they said, We gotta go almost knee-high for another surgery. Three surgeries. Then, there were also blood transfusions. Not one, not two, not three, four different times," Ball remarked.
In the interview, LaVar opened up about his struggle, admitting times of intense uncertainty. He said:
“All those surgeries and blood transfusions, it made me question whether it was worth going through it sometimes.”
He admitted that his children were his source of strength and helped him come out of that mental state. Through the interview, he also wanted to help others understand the significance of prioritizing their health:
“I want to get in people’s heads the importance of taking care of your health.”
Even after having to go through the amputation and losing his leg in the process, he still held out hope for his future. He mentioned the importance of moving past self-pity and determining the next steps, stating,
“OK, my foot is gone, but my brain is still here.”
LaVar Ball has shared several posts on Instagram, updating his followers about his future plans. His optimism and resilience have received significant support from fans.
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