Emily Willis' stepfather has issued a heartbreaking update after the adult entertainment star was admitted to the hospital in "critical condition" last month.
Early in February, authorities in Thousand Oaks, California responded to a call about the 25-year-old, who was found unresponsive, as reported by the Daily Mail.
Emily - whose real name is Litzy Lara Banulos - was rushed from a well-known rehab center in Malibu to a medical facility in "critical condition," and has reportedly not regained consciousness yet.
According to sources, the adult actress has stabilized since arriving but is still unresponsive.
Michael Willis - Emily's stepfather who raised her as his own - spoke to TMZ about the devastating situation and revealed that the family is expecting the worst outcome as their loved one is now on a ventilator to assist with her breathing.
He confirmed that the adult star was in rehab for eight days before she suffered a cardiac arrest. While police initially said Emily was brought in for an apparent overdose, doctors told the family that there were no drugs in her system, meaning she did not have an overdose that led her to be hospitalized.
Michael shared that his daughter was eating very little before entering rehab, revealing that she weighed only 80 pounds when she checked herself in. However, it's unclear if that played a role in her health crisis.
Still, the stepfather explained that Emily was determined to get healthy and was committed to treatment.
Emily's brother, also named Michael, created a GoFundMe page to help the family pay for her care. At the time of writing, over $32,497 has been raised of the $60,000 target
"Dear Friends and Family," the fundraiser's bio began. "With hearts heavier than we ever imagined possible, we find ourselves reaching out for support and care for our beloved Emily Willis—a cherished daughter, sister, and a beacon of light in the lives of all who know her."
"Recently, Emily's world, and ours, was turned upside down when she was admitted to the hospital, marking the beginning of an incredibly tough and unforeseen battle. With every ounce of her remarkable strength and bravery, Emily is fighting.
"The path to recovery stretches far ahead of her, requiring lots of care. The weight of this position extends beyond the emotional and physical; it bears down upon us financially," they continued. "With mounting medical bills, the necessities of travel, all while the regular flow of life's expenses continue."
The family revealed that donations will go towards medical bills, travel and accommodation, and bridging the financial gap while they take time off work to help.