Josh Gad is turning to fans for prayers during an incredibly difficult moment for his family. The actor shared a heartfelt message on Instagram revealing that his mother, Susan Gad, is facing a serious medical emergency. In the emotional post, Gad asked followers to keep her in their thoughts as she fights for her life.
Josh Gad Shares Emotional Plea for Prayers as Mom Faces Serious Medical Emergency
“This is my mom. She gave me life. Right now she and us are fighting for hers. This is Susan Gad. My hero. My rock. My world. If you can, please send her all your good thoughts and prayers. She needs them (and deserves them.)🙏”
Gad did not share details about her condition, but the urgency of his message left little doubt about how serious the situation is.
Within hours, the post sparked an outpouring of love and support from fans, friends, and fellow stars, many sending prayers and heartfelt messages to Gad and his family.
Celebrities Flood the Comments With Love and Prayers
Support poured in from across the entertainment world as celebrities responded to Gad’s post with heartfelt messages.
John Stamos wrote, “Prayers, brother. Love you,” while Kerry Washington shared, “Sending you huge love and prayers ❤️.”
Jennifer Love Hewitt also joined in with a message of support, writing, “Sending all the prayers.”
Zachary Levi added, “Sending all the love, light, and prayers to your mom and whole fam. 🙏❤️.”
“Sending you love,” Arian Moayed, who starred in “Succession,” wrote in the comments, adding his message of support for Josh Gad and his family.
Property Brothers star Drew Scott responded powerfully, posting a string of black heart emojis — “🖤🖤🖤🖤” — to show solidarity with the actor and his family.
Actor Tuc Watkins also sent prayers, commenting with “❤️🙏❤️,” a message that echoed the concern many fans expressed in the thread.
Television host and former NFL star Michael Strahan added his support as well, writing “🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️” beneath Gad’s post.
Meanwhile, stage and screen performer Samantha Barks shared a heartfelt note of encouragement.
“Sending you all so much love ❤️❤️❤️❤️,” she wrote.
Other celebrities, including Elizabeth Hurley, Nina West, Joanie Leeds, Brett Gelman, Carnie Wilson, Paul W. Downs, Tia Carrere, and David Vaughn, also posted messages filled with love, prayers, and encouragement for Gad and his family.
GettyThe outpouring of support from fellow celebrities and fans alike quickly turned Gad’s comment section into a space filled with prayers, hearts, and messages of hope for his mother’s recovery.
Gad Leaves Disneyland Paris Event to Be by His Mother’s Side
Earlier this week, Gad shared that he had to cut short a planned visit to Disneyland Paris to return home to be with his mother.
The actor had traveled to France to celebrate the opening of the park’s new “World of Frozen” themed area. But he explained that the family emergency meant he would have to leave before even seeing the attraction.
“So truly heartbroken that I arrived today to take a tour and celebrate the new World of Frozen at @disneylandparis this week and instead have to leave tomorrow morning (before I even have a chance to see any of it) to be with my mother, who is unfortunately dealing with a serious medical emergency,” he wrote.
Gad is widely known for voicing Olaf in the “Frozen” films. Despite the disappointment, he said he hopes to return once the attraction officially opens to the public.
“I look forward to coming back and seeing this magic with the masses!” he wrote at the end of the caption. “In the meantime, please keep my mom in your prayers. She needs all the good energy she can get.” 🙏
Josh Gad Has Frequently Honored His Mother, Susan Gad, in Heartfelt Posts
Gad has often spoken with deep gratitude about the powerful role his mother has played in shaping his life.
In a birthday tribute shared in June 2024, the actor reflected on the sacrifices Susan Gad made while raising him and his two brothers as a single parent, crediting her unwavering support for encouraging them to chase their dreams.
“A lot of people think they have the greatest mom on the planet, but I know for a fact that that title belongs singularly to my mother @susangad who not only raised me and my brothers as a single mother, but insisted that we follow our dreams at all costs, even if it meant she had to work non-stop to give us that opportunity,” he wrote.
“I love you so much, Mom,” the caption continued. “Thank you for guiding me, teaching me, loving me, protecting me, challenging me, and lifting me. You are a one-of-a-kind. Happy birthday!!! Love you!”
When Gad celebrated his 44th birthday in February 2025, he once again turned the spotlight toward the woman he credits for everything, sharing a childhood photo and another heartfelt tribute.
“Thank you all for all the birthday love, but as I’ve always said, it’s the person who carried us, delivered us, and gave us a fighting shot who deserves to be celebrated,” he wrote. “So please congratulate Susan Gad today, my amazing mother.”
Gad most recently appeared in the 2025 films “Adulthood” and “Zootopia 2,” as well as an episode of Marvel’s television series “Wonder Man.”
He is also expected to return as Olaf in “Frozen 3,” which is scheduled to arrive in theaters in November 2027.
Celebrities, loved ones, and fans around the world are now hoping Susan Gad makes a full and speedy recovery as Josh Gad continues to stand by his mother during this difficult time.
