Big Brother Star Libra Thompson Suffers Stroke

Thompson thanks hospital staff and requests donations to cover unpaid medical leave expenses.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Libra Thompson, a former contestant on the reality TV show Big Brother, recently revealed that she suffered a stroke on February 1st while attending a conference in San Antonio, Texas. Thompson shared the health update on Instagram, explaining that the stroke was caused by a heart condition called patent foramen ovale (PFO), a small hole in the heart that didn't close properly after birth. She thanked her neurologist and the hospital staff at Methodist Metropolitan Hospital for their care, and is now awaiting surgery and further treatment from specialists at UT Physicians.

Why it matters

Thompson's story highlights the importance of awareness around strokes, especially in younger individuals. PFO, the underlying cause of her stroke, is a relatively common condition that often goes undetected. Her openness about her experience can help educate others on the signs and symptoms of stroke, as well as the importance of seeking prompt medical attention.

The details

According to Thompson's Instagram post, her stroke occurred on February 1st while she was in San Antonio attending a conference. Her roommate, coworker, and friend were present and able to get her the necessary medical care. Doctors at Methodist Metropolitan Hospital were able to determine the cause of the stroke was due to Thompson's PFO, a small hole in the heart that can allow blood clots to travel to the brain. Thompson is now scheduled to meet with a neurologist and cardiologist at UT Physicians this week to develop a plan of care, which will likely include surgery to close the PFO.

  • On February 1st, Thompson suffered a stroke while attending a conference in San Antonio, Texas.
  • Thompson is scheduled to meet with specialists at UT Physicians this week to discuss her treatment plan.

The players

Libra Thompson

A former contestant on the reality TV show Big Brother, who recently suffered a stroke due to a heart condition called patent foramen ovale (PFO).

Dr. Roach

Thompson's neurologist who helped diagnose the cause of her stroke.

Methodist Metropolitan Hospital

The hospital in San Antonio, Texas where Thompson received initial treatment for her stroke.

UT Physicians

The medical group that Thompson will be meeting with this week to develop a treatment plan for her PFO and ongoing recovery.

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What they’re saying

“Hi Friends! After being finally able to sort through it all…I would like to thank each and everyone for reaching out and sending me well wishes! I unfortunately experienced a stroke event on February 1st while I was in San Antonio attending a conference luckily my roommate, co-worker, and friend was there!!”

— Libra Thompson (Instagram)

“I am most grateful that they were able to pinpoint a cause fo my stroke, although it's considered a cryptogenic stroke it was found to be due to me having a PFO—patent foramen ovale, which is a small hole in my heart. I will be meeting with both a neurologist and cardiologist this week with UT physicians that specialize in PFO events for my plan [of] care.”

— Libra Thompson (Instagram)

“All that being said I am so blessed that I am on the other side of this and I am on the mend!❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹”

— Libra Thompson (Instagram)

What’s next

Thompson is scheduled to meet with a neurologist and cardiologist at UT Physicians this week to discuss her treatment plan, which will likely include surgery to close the PFO in her heart.

The takeaway

Libra Thompson's experience highlights the importance of stroke awareness, even in younger individuals. Her openness about her PFO diagnosis and the steps she is taking to address it can help educate others on the signs and symptoms of stroke, as well as the importance of seeking prompt medical attention for any concerning health issues.