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Actor Samuel Monroe Jr. on Life Support, Family Raises $7.5K

6/2/2026

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Actor Samuel Monroe Jr. remains on life support in Los Angeles as his health rapidly declines.
A CT scan shows encephalopathy and brain tissue deterioration.
Doctors report MRSA pneumonia, meningitis, dialysis and multiple blood transfusions.
His wife Shawna Stewart, holding power of attorney, is weighing quality-of-life decisions.
A GoFundMe campaign has raised over $7,500 from 200 donors to cover medical bills, support his two children and fund a memorial.

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Actor Samuel Monroe Jr. remains on life support in Los Angeles as his health rapidly declines.
A CT scan shows encephalopathy and brain tissue deterioration.
Doctors report MRSA pneumonia, meningitis, dialysis and multiple blood transfusions.
His wife Shawna Stewart, holding power of attorney, is weighing quality-of-life decisions.
A GoFundMe campaign has raised over $7,500 from 200 donors to cover medical bills, support his two children and fund a memorial.