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OC Star of 'MILF Manor' Battles For Son Severely Injured In Crash
The Newport Beach-based mother and son first appeared together on a TLC reality TV show together in 2023.
NEWPORT BEACH, CA — A Newport Beach mother who starred in a TLC show alongside her son is seeking the public's support after he suffered severe injuries in a scooter crash.
Mom and "MILF Manor" star Kelle Mortenson said her son, Joey, will undergo several facial reconstruction surgeries as a result of the crash.
“Joey is facing a long and challenging road to recovery, and as we navigate this journey, we are confronted with mounting medical bills and the uncertainty of when he will be able to return to work,” Kelle wrote on a GoFundMe page created for the family. “Your support would mean the world to us during this difficult time.”
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The GoFundMe page was created to help pay for Joey’s medical bills, surgeries and monthly bills, Kelle told Patch.
As of Thursday, Oct. 24, the family had raised $40,000 out of a $75,000 goal.
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The single mother and son duo were originally seen on 2023 TLC reality show “MILF Manor,” where they competed on season one.
To help show support to the Mortenson family, visit GoFundMe.
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