Drake Surprises Girl Waiting for Heart Transplant at Lurie Children's

Today Lurie Children’s Hospital heart patient Sofia Sanchez, 11, had one of her birthday wishes come true– a surprise visit by Drake. Sofia, who is diagnosed with cardiomyopathy, has been waiting for a new heart for several weeks. Sofia, a huge Drake fan, performed the “Kiki Dance Challenge” in hopes of getting the superstar’s attention.

Drake gave her the surprise of her life when he walked into her hospital room this afternoon, Monday, August 20. They two bonded over Justin Bieber, basketball and Drake’s two dogs. Then they took selfies, exchanged autographs and together they sang his hit song, “God’s Plan”, Sofia’s favorite. The Canadian Rap star was generous with his time. Sofia said meeting him “was a miracle” and it was her best birthday gift ever.

Lurie Children’s heart transplant team has performed more than 300 heart transplants and 22 heart transplants so far this year. It has one of the largest pediatric heart transplant programs in the Midwest and is ranked the 3rd best Pediatric Cardiology & Heart Surgery hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Along with a history of outstanding outcomes, some of the nation’s top pediatric cardiologists top, CV Surgeons, cardiac specialists under one roof are what makes Lurie Children’s heart center one of the nation’s best.