Colton Burpo

Birthday May 19, 1999

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace Nebraska

Age 25 years old

#26,869 Most Popular

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.