Rip Michaels talks surviving heart failure, needing transplant, new comedy special

Name: Rip Michaels talks surviving heart failure, needing transplant, new comedy special
Uploaded: 2025-10-21T02:17:33Z
Duration: 5 min 42 s
Description: Comedian Rip Michaels was set to perform at the Apollo when he suffered a massive heart attack, leaving his heart working at just 17%. After two years in and out of hospitals, the MTV alum says faith and laughter saved his life. Now awaiting a heart transplant, he’s sharing his story and strength in Did I Go Too Far?, premiering Oct. 28 on Tubi and YouTube.

Comedian Rip Michaels was set to perform at the Apollo when he suffered a massive heart attack, leaving his heart working at just 17%. After two years in and out of hospitals, the MTV alum says faith and laughter saved his life. Now awaiting a heart transplant, he’s sharing his story and strength in Did I Go Too Far?, premiering Oct. 28 on Tubi and YouTube.

Posted October 20, 2025 10:17pm EDT