Jason Momoa, known for his roles in “Aquaman” and “Dune,” recently made a powerful impact at a bone marrow registry drive at Brigham Young University-Hawaii. Rolling up on a motorcycle to cheers from the crowd, Momoa passionately urged people to join the bone marrow registry, emphasizing the life-saving potential of a simple cheek swab.
The event, hosted by Be The Match, provided Momoa with the opportunity to meet children in need of bone marrow transplants, including six-year-old Rhyder Lopez and his brother Rhaiden, who battled Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare genetic disease. While Rhaiden found a matching donor seven years ago and is now cured, Rhyder is still in need of a match to undergo a life-saving transplant.
In an emotional speech, Momoa expressed gratitude to everyone attending the event and stressed the importance of swabbing cheeks to potentially save lives. His heartfelt plea resonated with the audience, showcasing his genuine commitment to making a difference.
Momoa’s involvement with Be The Match stems from his friendship with Travis Snyder, a leukemia battler, who introduced him to the organization. Snyder’s personal journey inspired Momoa to raise awareness and encourage others to become potential donors.
Through his Instagram posts, Momoa shared highlights from the event, including his memorable arrival, interactions with patients like Rhyder, and performances by talented performers. His posts served as a call to action, urging followers to join the registry and become superheroes in the fight against life-threatening diseases.
Momoa’s advocacy underscores the critical need for diversity in the bone marrow registry. Ethnicity plays a significant role in finding matches, with Asian and Pacific Islanders facing lower odds compared to white patients. By raising awareness and encouraging participation, Momoa aims to increase diversity in the registry and improve the chances of finding life-saving matches for patients in need.
In his unwavering commitment to the cause, Jason Momoa exemplifies the power of compassion and community in creating positive change. As he continues to lend his voice to this important cause, he inspires others to join forces and make a difference in the lives of those battling illness.
