I Was Born With A Third Arm On My Head | BORN DIFFERENT

37-YEAR-OLD Kelly Lynch has two spines as a result of being born with an underdeveloped conjoined twin. The San Francisco based standup comedian explains she was supposed to be a conjoined twin, but her twin did not develop in the womb. As a result, not only does Kelly have two spines, she was also born with a third arm attached to the back of her head and has one eye instead of two. Over time, her two spines have formed a helix shape, which means Kelly has a condition called kyphoscoliosis; an unusual curvage of the spine. The severe scoliosis has most probably resulted in Kelly being only 3ft 10" tall. The curvage of Kelly’s spine also resulted in pulmonary arterial hypertension, which causes shortness of breath and heart palpitations; she now uses 24/7 breathing support. However, Kelly will not let her severe health issues stand in her way, she tells Truly: "Initially the doctors told my parents I would not live past a year, and I really showed them! I’m 37 now.” Kelly loves going to gigs with her friends and is building up an impressive following on social media, which she uses for her comedy and disability awareness. Kelly adds: "I don’t let my disability limit what I love to do.”

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Videographer: Elie Khadra
Producers: Stephanie Stijkel, Ruby Coote
Editor: Ian Phillips

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[twistedtick]

She should be a voice actress. Her voice is distinct and articulate.

[catianamunoz]

Talk about having the friendliest voice in the world. She sounds like a really good friend when times get tough.

[allisonsroom]

She sounds so young, I would haven't guessed she was in her 30's! I really like her positive personality and her optimism.

[lh]

Kelly passed away mid October 2021. She would have been stoked to see all her favorite bands paying her tribute.

[itsbunessa]

Kelly needs to narrate audiobooks. Such a soothing voice.

[StoleMyEdgePodcast]

She’s 37?! She’s living proof that positivity is the fountain of youth

[katesay]

I could listen to her talk for hours, and she seems like such a nice person and a fun friend to have! She should have a story telling channel or a podcast!

[YoongisNextLevelChurro]

Kelly sadly passed away a few days ago. The world lost a brilliant human being. 💔

[alivasquez]

I love when she said they told her she wouldn’t live past 1 and she showed them laughs and says she’s 37! 🥰🥰🥰 I pray big blessings for you and live a long beautiful life!

[kenny]

She seems like the person everyone wants to friends with. She is soft spoken, eloquent, kind, funny, beautiful, and strong 😍

[jkn]

"Everyone has a disability" spoke to my soul. Such a simple, yet true statement. NO ONE is better than anyone else, and we all have our own disadvantages. That's what makes us human. Love this. Love her. ❤

[bellalynch]

Rest in peace dear kelly♥️♥️♥️ She was my dad’s sister, and one of my closest family members.

[cassw]

Her voice is so sweet and she is living her life good job for her

[roncocoyeah]

Kelly is one of my best friends. I've known her for 7 years and I can't imagine the world without her in it. <3

[nikkic.]

"Everyone has a disability" girl... that is so true!

[NikkiKonstantinov]

Her dad knew what he was talking about. Everyone has a disability. Some are invisible. So true 👏🏽

[ElectroSwingingIt]

"The doctors said I wouldn't live past a year."
Her body: *I'm gonna pretend I didn't hear that*

[tonyraybarnes]

She has the most beautiful voice I've ever heard 💕🥺

[MichaelJin]

She's the person you want to hug and makes you happy.

[lisa]

I love the sound of her voice. So calming. And her dad is a wise man