Upon hearing of Bernie Mac’s death my heart sank. Many thoughts raced through my mind like:
He was so young,
he was so talented,
how could this be?
The more I thought about it, the more uncomfortable I became. Like everyone else, I was saddened by the news, but it affected me different because it hit home.
No, I didn’t know Bernie Mac personally.
I never even met him.
I am a fan of his work and I respect his talent.
Aside from the obvious reasons, Bernie Mac’s death hit me like a ton of bricks today because I had read awhile back that Bernie Mac had Sarcoidosis and all day I wondered if his death was related to or caused by Sarcoidosis.
From what I’ve heard, he was in remission and died from complications with Pneumonia. I know for most people, that is a satisfactory explanation of how an otherwise healthy 50 year old man could die so suddenly… but for those who have been touched by the many mysteries and unknowns of Sarcoidosis, it sounds off alarms.
People diagnosed with Sarcoidosis are usually told its rare and that less than 5% of people with it actually die from it….but from what I’ve experienced….been hearing, reading, and seeing over the years… I’m inclined to think thats fragglenagglebull.
There was a study that linked Prednisone with a 70% increased risk of developing Pneumonia. Why would that study mean anything to people affected by Sarcoidosis?
Prednisone is the main treatment for Sarcoidosis! Prednisone suppresses the immune system (as does Methotrexate which is also used to treat Sarcoidosis)…
Is that not an eyebrow raiser to anyone else? I don’t know if Bernie Mac was taking any medications or not for Sarcoidosis…but all day I wondered…. Right now its 2:45 am and I’m still wondering…
If you know me, you know the deal with Sarcoidosis and you know my thoughts on prescription drugs…
Aside from any possible Prednisone Pneumonia connection, does anyone remember when he was hospitalized after filming Oceans Eleven? At that time, it was said that he had pneumonia with more pronounced symptoms of Sarcoidosis… All of this just makes me wonder…
Death rate extrapolations for USA for Sarcoidosis: 572 per year.
I would be lying to you and myself if I didn’t admit that these developments caused a brief jolt of fear….but I stand on my faith (God hasn’t given me a spirit of fear) and I also remember Bernie’s words…. I AIN’T SCARED OF YOU……….. Perhaps those facing battles of their own will remember those words too.
My love, prayers, and condolences to Bernie Mac’s family. May he rest in peace.
Bernie Mac Foundation for Sarcoidosis
40 E. Ninth Street Suite 601
Chicago, IL 60605
August 29th is National Sarcoidosis Awareness Day
www.stopsarcoidosis.org
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19 Responses to “Bernie Mac”
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I was touched by your post. You definitely raised some interesting questions. I’ll miss Bernie Mac.
I was SHOCKED. I thought it was a mistake. It’s tragic, just like Luther. Unbelievable.
When I heard Bernie Mac passed yesterday I said to myself if I had 20 more years to live (IM 30) what would I be doing differently…Possibly what Bernie Mac was doing..living his dream and valuing family and life. The last time I saw him was on Oprah’s show and I knew that he valued the right things..his family. Bernie Mac has left behind great works and great trends. Even his sitcoms and stand-ups focused on family. If I can take anything away from this tragedy it is the idea that some things are just more important than others and family is one of them.
God never promised life would always be filled with sunshine. He sends the rain to remind us to praise and thank him for his goodness. Be Blessed!!
omg i know just how close that hit home to you that dreadful disease thank God he was able to heal i’ve been taking prednisone…. don’t think i want to take it anymore
peace and blessings my sister
Its very touching………..i was shocked…!
That was a very touching story. I was sad to hear about Bernie Mac and Isaac Hayes. I agree with you in living your life abundantly because tomorrow is not promised. God never promised life would always be filled with sunshine. He sends the rain to remind us to praise and thank him for his goodness. Be Blessed!!
Man he was so great. Sad day for everyone.
RIP. He was a very funny man and will be missed.
It´s such a pitty:( Let´s keep the things he gave us in our minds! Thank you for your breathtaking post!
It’s such a shame. RIP Bernie Mac
That is the saddest news I have read after death of great blogger who couldn’t even see his last interview. Yeah, I am talking about “Randy Pausch”.
Very touching post, really like your words.
R.I.P Bernie Mac
RIP Bernie Man.. I wasnt a huge fan of him, but his story touched me!! May god rest his sould.
The first time I saw him on screen was in "Booty Call". He was a Reverend at the convenience store…funny as hell!
I was astounded when I heard the news of his untimely passing. He was still young! He had so many years ahead of him to be funny!
Thanks for the tips and great info. Very appreciative. Its posts and blogs like these that really do help people. Thank you.
I felt the same when I heard it. I seemed still so young. He will be missed!
Yes really sad news. He was such an great actor I could not believe it when I saw that he died. RIP!