Bob Harper
+ New York
As a pioneer of the Survivors Have Heart program, the Biggest Loser host and trainer has helped expand a national movement that uses the power of patient stories to engage heart attack survivors and their loved ones to celebrate survivorship. Now he's launching Second Chance Portraits, a series of photographs that highlight the stories, strengths and diverse experiences of heart attack survivors from around the country.
Tamikia G
+ Huntersville, N.C.
"Tamikia had open heart surgery, so when she's wearing this dress, you see the scar on her chest," Bob Harper shared with E! News. "She talked about how it was something that really embarrassed her and now, it's so empowering. With the photograph that I took of her, she looks like a boss."
Randy F
+ Colonial Beach, Va.
"Randy is a firefighter and a very handsome guy," Bob recalled. "When he got in front of a camera, he was so comfortable and he was funny and quirky and I had so much fun shooting him because he surprised me. I thought that I was gonna have to kind of pull something out of him. He came ready to go."
Tasya L
+ Reynoldsburg, Ohio
While participating in a hoop-a-thon event, Tasya felt a jolt in her chest. After initially shrugging it off, she ended up in the hospital soon after. Tasya was shocked to learn she'd had a heart attack and needed three stents. Today, she shares her story to help others. And yes, she's still Hula-Hooping.
Mike H
+ Stanfield, N.C.
Mike's mission is to help others and let them know that they can survive—and thrive—after a heart attack. As a volunteer at local hospitals, he uses his personal story to empower survivors.
Kelly S
+ South Lyon, Mich.
Even though Kelly's heart made a full recovery, her heart attack took a serious emotional toll. Kelly hopes to encourage others to not only know the symptoms, but to seek care when needed.