After MMFF Win, Odette Khan Now Facing Serious Health Struggles
ODETTE KHAN – The family of the veteran actress is asking for financial assistance as she remains hospitalized due to serious health conditions. The award-winning actress has been confined at the National Kidney and Transplant Institute since February 21 and continues to receive medical treatment.
According to an official statement shared by her daughter, Claudette Avelino-Tandoc, on the Facebook page of the film Bar Boys, Khan is currently battling pneumonia, emphysema, and edema. As part of her treatment, doctors removed fluid from her right lung to help her breathe more easily. Despite ongoing care, her condition requires continuous monitoring and medication.
As of February 27, her hospital bill has reached more than ₱211,000, and this amount does not yet include doctors’ professional fees, laboratory and diagnostic costs, caregiver expenses, and medications. The family shared that their funds are quickly running out, and they are struggling to keep up with the growing medical expenses.
Claudette said that her mother has dedicated more than five decades of her life to serving the film and television industry with passion and commitment. She added that if her mother’s work has touched people in any way over the years, they hope those who are willing and able can extend financial support during this difficult time. The family also expressed deep gratitude in advance to anyone who can offer assistance and thanked those who continue to pray for her recovery. Donation links and bank account details were provided in their public post for those who wish to help.
Last December, Khan won Best Supporting Actress at the Metro Manila Film Festival for her outstanding performance as Justice Hernandez in Bar Boys, highlighting her lasting contribution to the industry.
