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July 19, 2007

Brave Tammy Faye Fights for Life: 'It's In God's Hands'


Tammy Faye Messner is fighting for her life, battling inoperable lung cancer as she whittles away to a skeletal 65 pounds.

Yet despite her frail condition, Tammy Faye made an emotional appearance on “Larry King Live” last night – and “Extra” has the heartbreaking interview.

“I talk to God every single day, and I say, ‘God, my life is in your hands,’” Tammy Faye said.

Tammy Faye said she has no idea how much time she has left. She asked her doctors not to let her know.

Tammy Faye is in pain “all the time,” she says, and she’s still fighting. The cancer hasn’t broken her spirit – or her signature sense of humor.

“I’ve gained five pounds! Yeah!” a gleeful Tammy Faye exclaimed.

She told Larry she’s still got high hopes – she can’t wait for fast food.

“I’m looking forward to the day when I can bite into that hamburger and fries,” she said.

Tammy Faye’s cancer has shockingly transformed her from the robust, mascara-loving pop-culture icon into a frail woman without much time.

And she’s doing it all with enormous grace.

“I believe when I leave this earth,” she said, “I’m going straight to heaven.”

Do you have wishes of support for Tammy Faye? Leave your comments here, and we’ll pass them along.


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- compra cialis
Posted 03/12/09 04:55 AM
 

What a surprise that their is another Thomas Therrell out there! I live in S.C. and i am no relation to the other Thomas Therrell or Mike Therrell. I have no knowledge of the slanderous allegations between these two individuals.I have a loving wife and my kids love me and all is well in my household. No fraud here folks!


- Thomas Therrell
Posted 05/23/08 04:34 PM
 

Thomas Therrell is a liar and should be taken off this site, If only all you knew what he did to his own kids and wife lets just say he is a fraud


- Mike Therrell
Posted 08/17/07 07:57 AM
 

R.I.P we will always remember you,God Bless you for you are now with the Lord.


- LISA
Posted 07/30/07 03:11 PM
 

Through all of her trials and tribulations, she NEVER lost her faith in God. There is so much wickedness in the world. So many people do not put their trust in God. Read John 3:16. God loves us all and wants us to accept Jesus as our personal Saviour. If you have not done this, please call out to God and ask Him to forgive you of your sins and ask Him to come into your heart. Find a bible believing church so you can grow in your faith.


- Linda
Posted 07/24/07 04:33 AM
 

“May God bless you, and keep you, and give you His peace”. I was wrong about you. God has a home for us all.


- keith
Posted 07/21/07 09:12 PM
 

Dear Tammy Faye,
I love you, Tammy Faye. I want you to know these aren’t just words, even though I don’t personally know you. You have touched my life and encouraged me. You are such a warm, bubbly person and when I think of you I think of what a Godly, loving, accepting person you are. I see Jesus in you, and I believe you treat and love people the way Jesus would treat and love people if he were here. I remember seeing you singing on t.v. when I was just a kid, and more recently I have seen you on Surreal Life. You really touched my heart and life when I saw you on the show! I think and speak about your love toward others often.You have such LOVE and COMPASSION for others; I always think of this when I think of you, which is often. I really wish that we knew each other personally and that you were my friend and I could talk to you. I guess that is just a little selfish because I just know you would make me feel better every time I spoke with you. I have 3 chronic illnesses: chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, and environmental illness/multiple chemical sensitivity which I believe was caused by toxic mold exposure. After teaching 10 years I am now totally disabled and broke, unable to pay for any further medical treatment and I do feel very isolated at times; and that my own family and many other people think I should just “snap out of it” or that I am “being ridiculous” is quite hurtful (mind you I spent tens of thousands of dollars to get diagnosis and treatment before the money ran out). But you have inspired me to put my trust in God and I know that you would be touched by my story. You would love me and be supportive. God bless you! I truly love you, Tammy Faye! I will continue praying for you as you keep up the fight! You are a true gift to the world, and the world is a better place because of you. I really hope you are seeking the best medical treatments. There are some quacks out there, so be careful. I do wonder if a diet called the macrobiotic diet could help you because I have heard of others with cancer recovering from seemingly incurable cancer. I read about the diet in a book by Sherry Rogers. My prayers are with you! :-)


- Coco
Posted 07/21/07 12:08 AM
 

You are such an inspiration to me, I have gained more appreciation of life and God and now live my life as if it were my last.

I appreciate my family, life and friends more. You have helped me to rediscover faith, courage and God…I thought they were lost to me forever.

Thank you and God bless you, I know God is well pleased and you will find your rightful place in Heaven.


- JoAnna
Posted 07/20/07 08:23 PM
 

YOU WILL BE REMEMBERED WHEN THE FLOWERS
BLOOM IN SPRING
AND THE SUMMERTIME REMEMBERED IN THE
FUN THAT SUMMER BRINGS
YOU WILL BE REMEMBERED WHEN FALL
BRINGS LEAVES OF GOLD
IN THE WINTER REMEMBERED IN THE STORIES
THAT ARE TOLD
AND YOU WILL BE REMEMBERED EACH DAY
RIGHT FROM THE START
FOR THE MEMORIES THAT WE ALL SHARE
FOREVER LIVE WITHIN OUR HEARTS
GOD’S LOVE IS IN YOU AROUND YOU AND WITH YOU NOW AS ALWAYS A TRUE TESTIMATE TO OUR SAVIOR


- dolly jinkens
Posted 07/20/07 08:04 PM
 

I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR YOU ARE ILL..I THINK YOU ARE A WONDERFUL SWEET PERSON AND I WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS. YOU HAVE TRULY BEEN AN INSPIRATION TO MANY PEOPLE.
MAY GOD KEEP YOU IN HIS LOVING ARMS.


- JUDY
Posted 07/20/07 06:31 PM
 

Dear Tammy, you are such an inspiration! My prayers are with you, sweet lady. I do wish I could have met you at some point in my life, but I will look forward to meeting you in heaven. God bless you and your wonderful husband. Til we meet in heaven…

YOU ARE TRULY A CHRIST LIKE EXAMPLE AND YOU ARE LOVED!!!


- Joan I
Posted 07/20/07 05:22 PM
 

i said a prayer for you —keep smiling and stay strong -peace and love


- pauline contois
Posted 07/20/07 05:15 PM
 

Tammy Faye..You are a AWESOME, Courageous, Person I have watched you for many many years I only wish I could hear you sing once more, you have touched the lives of so many people and even through the struggels you have endured in the past and the battle you are going through now you as always show nothing but dignity and a heart full of love for everyone. Thank you Tammy ! and you are in my prayers


- Sharon Williams
Posted 07/20/07 04:55 PM
 

Keep smiling Tammy Faye, you are an Angel among us.

With much Love,
Michael
Atlanta, GA.


- Michael A.
Posted 07/20/07 04:48 PM
 

Keep smiling Tammy Faye, there is an Angel among us.

With much Love,
Michael
Atlanta, GA.


- Michael A.
Posted 07/20/07 04:28 PM
 

Dear Tammy,

God Bless you it broke my heart to see you on tv because you are such a caring kind wonderful person, I know that God will welcome you to his house with open arms because God knows what a kind wonderful person you are and I have you in my prayers that he will deliver you to his house without pain. God Bless you Tammy and thank you for the kindness and goodness you brought to cruel world. Amen, Yolanda


- Yolanda
Posted 07/20/07 04:26 PM
 

TAMMY . MAY THE POWER OF THE UNIVERSE BE WITH YOU, AND MY PRAYERS ARE FOR YOU ,BE AT PEACE .LIFE IS UNFOLDING IN ITS OWN WAY MAY GOD HOLD YOU A CHILD OF THE UNIVERSE. STEVE.


- steve
Posted 07/20/07 04:16 PM
 

Tammy Faye I have seen you on TV throughout the years and wanted to take this opportunity to apologize for the unkind way some people or shows may have spoken about you or your situation. A little while ago I saw you on TV responding to an apology regarding your ex-husband’s infidelity, you are an inspiration!
I watched you on Surreal Life, you were fabulous! As a loving, compassionate, graceful, God loving lady you are a role model for us all!
You make me feel happy and warm; it saddens me to see you so sick and I will pray for you. I am sure that God has a special place for you and that you are strong enough to accept anything in his plan.
May God Bless you and keep you always!
Love,
Barbie
Philadelphia, PA


- Barbie
Posted 07/20/07 04:15 PM
 

Dear Tammy Faye,
May God Bless you always, you are a strong person and a good person and I know and believe in my heart that the goodness you gave to so many God will return to you and welcome you to his house with open arms. I have you in my prayers and I pray that God will help you make the crossing fast and without pain. Tammy you will be missed by many in this cruel world and you will be remembered by many as the Beautiful Lady who helped so many. God Bless you , goodbye my friend, Yolanda


- Yolanda
Posted 07/20/07 04:11 PM
 

I love her, even though I am not a church goer, I always stopped on her old programs, just to listen to her. I have followed her over the years and I am very moved by her spirit and her fight. I hope to fight like her when I need too!! You are the best Tammy Faye, and we will never forget you, ever!!!
XOXOXOX
Love,
Aleta


- Aleta Dowell
Posted 07/20/07 04:10 PM

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