Overview
- Lazar was diagnosed with slow-moving ALS in 2022 and his condition has progressed to the point that he has lost use of his arms, hands and legs.
- The family says he now requires a BIPAP machine to breathe and a full-time caregiver to assist him day and night.
- Lazar’s brother Chad and father Paul launched a GoFundMe last week with a $500,000 goal and the campaign has raised between roughly $250,000 and $285,000 so far.
- The fundraiser says full-time caregiving, medical equipment and specialized therapies have pushed costs to more than $300,000 per year and reduced Lazar’s ability to earn income.
- Lazar’s Broadway career, a 2024 Grammy-nominated solo album and his podcast have driven public support, and his case has helped focus attention on ALS and the financial strains families face when long-term care is needed.