In a profoundly moving revelation, Mary Davis, the husband of country music icon Randy Travis, has disclosed the agonising decision he faced to withdraw life support following the singer's devastating stroke in 2013. The emotional account features in the new documentary, ‘More Life,’ which charts Travis's gruelling road to recovery.
The crisis began on July 7, 2013, when Travis was admitted to a Texas hospital for viral cardiomyopathy. His condition rapidly deteriorated, leading to a catastrophic stroke that required emergency surgery to relieve pressure on his brain. Doctors delivered a harrowing prognosis, indicating he had a less than 1% chance of survival.
"They said, 'You have to make a decision to take him off life support'," Davis recounted, describing the moment as the most difficult of his life. Faced with an impossible choice, he made the decision to honour what he believed were his husband's wishes.
Miraculously, just before the procedure was to begin, Travis began showing signs of improvement, squeezing his hand. This faint glimmer of hope led Davis to call off the withdrawal, a decision that ultimately saved the singer's life.
The documentary provides a raw and intimate look at the following years, showcasing the immense challenges of Travis's rehabilitation. It highlights his struggle with aphasia, a language disorder, which has affected his ability to sing and speak fluently, though his spirit remains remarkably strong.
Now, a decade later, the couple reflects on their journey with resilience and gratitude. The film serves as a powerful testament to their enduring love and the medical miracle that allowed the world to keep Randy Travis.
