Colton Burpo
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About
Known as The Boy Who Lived, he was misdiagnosed with the flu when in fact he had appendicitis at the age of 4. He claims to have seen Jesus in Heaven before returning to Earth.
Before Fame
He complained of stomach pains and a high fever which led to the misdiagnosis of the flu only 6 days before receiving an appendectomy.
Trivia
His father Todd wrote a book called Heaven is for Real about Colton's story and the book was adapted into a film.
Family Life
His parents are Todd and Sonja. He has an older sister named Cassie and a younger brother named Colby.
Associated With
Greg Kinnear starred in the film version of Heaven is for Real.