“Home Alone” Actor Ken Hudson Campbell Launches GoFundMe to Pay for Cancer Surgery

Ken Hudson Campbell — known for playing Santa in 'Home Alone' — is having cancer surgery Dec. 7 where “a large part of his jawbone will be removed”

Ken Hudson Campbell, known for playing Santa in the 1990 holiday classic Home Alone, was recently diagnosed with cancer.

The 61-year-old actor — who also appeared in Armageddon and Groundhog Day — was diagnosed with cancer on October 27 and is now preparing for a lengthy surgery to fight the disease, his family revealed.

“We need the world’s help to save Ken,” his daughter Michaela said on a GoFundMe page created on his behalf. “A tumor had elusively grown on the bottom of his mouth and it began encroaching on his teeth.”

“On December 7th, he is scheduled for a 10-hour surgery, during which a large part of his jawbone will be removed, along with his lymph nodes, and part of his leg bone,” she explained. “Surgeons plan to reconstruct a new jaw for Ken from this leg bone, install it, and treat him with radiation. He will have a 6-month recovery period & Chemo may be needed afterwards as well.”

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Campbell’s family said he will likely be hospitalized for a week, requiring a feeding tube, skin grafts and a tracheotomy. They are also looking into moving him into a facility later on as he’ll need physical and speech therapy.

The GoFundMe account — which has already raised over $65,000 — was created to help cover his out-of-pocket medical expenses as he recovers.

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“Ken Campbell is a family man. A loving father of two children with an admirable lust for life, and a passion for acting, writing, & sports,” the post said. “It is possible that this procedure will affect his ability to work as an actor in the future. We are asking for your help so that Kenny can use the time ahead to return to health, and spend more time with family & friends. Every prayer, positive thought, dollar, or gesture of support means the world to our family.”

Several stars have since donated to Campbell's cancer journey, including Steve Carell, Jeff Garlin, Tim Meadows, Big Bang Theory co-creator Bill Prady, and more.

Last week, Campbell shared his diagnosis and GoFundMe page on Instagram, telling his followers, “Never thought I’d be posting this.”

In the comments section, the actor received tons of well wishes from fans.

“Sending best wishes for successful treatment and recovery. ❤️” one person wrote while another user added, “Love you Kenny and many prayers for you 🙏❤️.”

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