Jackson Warne has thanked the public for supporting the Shane Warne Legacy organisation, which provides free heart tests.
Sharing a throwback photo of himself and his late dad together, the 24-year-old wrote, ‘Thank you so much for your overwhelming support on dad’s Legacy so far.’
He continued, ‘Thank you for buying a hat, sharing a story, following our social account, sending us a message, reading about SWL in the paper or online, or even getting, your heart tested – we are so grateful, thank you!’
Jackson then revealed that they had launched the tests nationwide.
The king of spin tragically died of a heart attack at the age of 52 on March 4, 2022, while staying at a luxury villa on the Thailand holiday island of Koh Samui.
Jackson Warne has thanked the public for supporting the Shane Warne Legacy organisation, which provides free heart tests. (Jackson is pictured with his late dad)
Warne was trying to improve his health on the ill-fated trip, with his manager James Erskine insisting he was sober. The room he had been staying in was clear of any alcohol or cigarettes at the time of his death.
While the tragedy rocked the nation, his children Brooke, Jackson and Summer hope Warne’s sudden death can inspire other Aussies to take action and save their own lives.
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in Australia, leading to 12 per cent of all fatalities.
‘Thank you so much for your overwhelming support on dad’s Legacy so far,’ Jackson wrote
While Warne did reportedly speak to a doctor about his heart health before leaving for Thailand, he did not have a thorough test carried out.
Warne’s family believe if that test had been taken, their father and hero would still be with us.
‘We believe if dad had taken one of these tests, he might still be with us today,’ the children wrote in a letter published by News Corp.
‘When we reflect on Shane’s passing in March 2022, we can’t help but wonder if a heart test might have revealed an issue, allowing him to take preventive measures,’ Warne’s parents Brigitte and Keith added.
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