Ledger - Son of a kidney recipient The only thing seven-year-old Ledger Powell remembers about his dad's transplant is that he would run to get him water while he was recovering. He doesn't remember the times that his dad, William, was on dialysis and didn't have the energy to play with or even feed him. William received a lifesaving kidney transplant in November 2018, after being on dialysis for eight years. Thanks to a deceased organ donor, Ledger's life experiences include his dad in a very involved capacity. The memories of post-transplant surgery are what Ledger holds close to him. "My dad keeps me safe, healthy, and strong - no matter what." Thanks to a organ donor, Ledger has a healthy and happy dad.