Bijou Phillips Seeks Kidney Donor After 1,000 Applications

The actress remains hospitalized and on dialysis as she faces complications from a previous transplant.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Bijou Phillips, 45, is still searching for a kidney donor after receiving over 1,000 applications without finding a match. The actress, who has a B negative blood type, is currently hospitalized at UCLA and on dialysis as she faces complications from a previous kidney transplant she received in 2017. Phillips is asking the public for help in finding a living donor with B negative, B positive, O negative or O positive blood so she can have more time with her 11-year-old daughter.

Why it matters

Phillips has been open about her lifelong struggle with underdeveloped kidneys, which required her to be on dialysis as an infant. Her previous transplant in 2017 gave her eight years with her daughter, but she has since faced complications including the BK virus that led to rejection. Her current health situation highlights the ongoing challenges many people with chronic kidney disease face in finding suitable donors.

The details

Phillips revealed her current health battle in an Instagram post, explaining that she is 'in need of a kidney' and asking for the public's help. She noted that her previous transplant was from 'a dear friend' but that she has now had 'many complications' including the BK virus, which led to both cellular and antibody rejection. Phillips is currently under the care of Dr. Anjay Rastogi at UCLA and has started dialysis again as her other kidney faces 'natural wear'.

  • Phillips received her first kidney transplant in 2017.
  • She has been hospitalized at UCLA and on dialysis since February 10, 2026.

The players

Bijou Phillips

A 45-year-old actress who was born with underdeveloped kidneys and has been open about her lifelong health struggles, including needing a kidney transplant in 2017 and now seeking a second donor.

Dr. Anjay Rastogi

The UCLA physician currently overseeing Phillips' care as she undergoes dialysis and searches for a new kidney donor.

Fianna

Phillips' 11-year-old daughter, who has been visiting her mother in the hospital.

Chynna Phillips

One of Phillips' half-sisters, who has been by her bedside during her current health crisis.

Mackenzie Phillips

Another of Phillips' half-sisters, who has also been supporting her in the hospital.

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What’s next

Phillips and her loved ones remain hopeful that a suitable kidney donor will be found in the next couple of months.

The takeaway

Phillips' ongoing health battle highlights the critical need for more organ donors, especially for those with rare blood types like her B negative. Her story underscores the challenges many face in finding a match and the importance of raising awareness about living organ donation.