Made in Chelsea’s Sam Vanderpump, 28, reveals he has end-stage liver disease and won’t survive past the next five years without an organ transplant

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Sam Vanderpump has revealed he has been diagnosed with irreversible end-stage liver disease. 

The 28-year-old reality TV star, who is related to Lisa Vanderpump, revealed he may only have four or five years to live without a life-saving organ transplant.

I recently shared some really difficult news on a TV show. I was talking with Ollie Locke and explained that my liver isn’t getting better. It’s tough to say, but my doctor was honest – he said I wouldn’t be having this conversation if he didn’t think I had a limited time, potentially just a few years left. It’s a hard reality to face, but I wanted to be open about what’s going on.

‘They’re sending me for liver transplant assessment, so yeah.’

Ollie asked Sam how he was doing, and Sam explained that he felt good now and hoped to stay healthy until his scheduled surgery. He was optimistic that the surgery would make him feel even better afterward.

Sam, who is engaged to Alice Yaxley and they are expecting a baby, doesn’t know when he’ll receive his transplant. He explained that others in more critical condition will be prioritized, as they may not survive without it.

Following the emotional episode, the NHS Organ Donation Instagram account expressed hope that Sam’s story will inspire others to consider organ donation.

As you may have seen on tonight’s Made in Chelsea, cast member Sam Vanderpump needs an organ transplant. We’re sending our support to Sam and his family during this difficult time, and we admire his bravery in sharing his story, hoping it will encourage others.

Unfortunately, the number of people needing a life-saving organ transplant is much higher than the number of organ donors available, leaving thousands waiting for a second chance at life.

If you’d like to become an organ donor and potentially save lives after you pass away, please register your decision with the NHS Organ Donor Register and let your family know your wishes so they can support them.

I was so worried when I heard about Sam! He shared that he came incredibly close to losing his life earlier this year. He explained that he suffered liver and kidney failure, which then led to a really dangerous case of sepsis. It was a scary time, and I’m just glad he’s doing better now.

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2025-10-28 13:03