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Community rallies behind Fil-Am DJ after stroke

Donations poured in globally to help with Jonathan Cruz with his medical bills and rehabilitation.

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Filipino-American Jonathan Cruz, better known as DJ Short-Kut, has been performing for audiences worldwide for over 20 years now. Tragedy struck in July when, after a performance at the Hollywood Bowl, the Daly City native suffered a hemorrhagic stroke. This led to body paralysis, vision loss, speech difficulties, and cognitive complications.In his time of need, the community rallied around the Fil-Am DJ, with donations pouring in globally to help with his medical bills and rehabilitation. The <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-dj-shortkuts-recovery-journey">GoFundMe campaign</a> for Cruz has raised nearly $190,000, far exceeding the original goal of $60,000.Family member Elle Parial noted the overwhelming support of the community. “We had our goal in under four hours, which is phenomenal,&quot; said Parial. &quot;It shows how highly revered he is around the world.” Fellow Fil-Am DJ Richard Quitevis, known as DJ Q-Bert, emphasized Cruz&#x27;s impact, calling him a genius in the music industry and a master at juggling on the turntables.According to family, Cruz is showing signs of improvement in his recovery, regaining feeling and movement in his left side and even using a walker. Streaming events and parties in Cruz’s honor are still being held from the Bay Area to the Philippines.

Donations poured in globally to help with Jonathan Cruz with his medical bills and rehabilitation.

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Fil-Am DJ receives massive support from community after stroke

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Rommel Conclara | TFC News San Francisco

Published September 30, 2024 07:59 PM PHT

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