baseball fans, especially those who love the San Francisco Giants, were shocked and heartbroken when they received news about the serious health condition of Genevieve “Vivi” Upton Verlander, the 6-year-old daughter of baseball star Justin Verlander and supermodel Kate Upton. According to a source close to the matter, Vivi was diagnosed with a rare and serious illness that severely affected her immune system, and doctors said that her condition was getting worse, and that Vivi’s chances of survival were very low.
The Verlander-Upton family has always been known for their happy image with their little daughter. Vivi often appears in the warm family photos that Kate Upton shares on social media, always radiant with an innocent smile. However, in the past few months, fans have noticed Vivi’s absence from the family’s public activities. Many initially thought the family just wanted to protect her privacy, but no one expected the real reason to be so heartbreaking.
Justin Verlander, who recently joined the San Francisco Giants on a one-year, $15 million contract, is said to have temporarily suspended all baseball activities to be with his daughter in her final days. Kate Upton, a mother who always loved Vivi immensely, also canceled all work schedules to focus on taking care of her child. A close friend of the family revealed that both Justin and Kate were extremely depressed, but they still tried to stay strong to bring Vivi the last moments full of love.
Fans around the world sent thousands of prayers and messages of support to the Verlander-Upton family. Many expressed their grief: “It is not fair that a little angel like Vivi had to endure this. We pray for a miracle!” The Giants community also held an online prayer session, hoping that a miracle would come to this lovely girl in her most difficult time.