J.J. Watt Offers To Cover Funeral Expenses For Waukesha Victims

NFL star J.J. Watt is known for giving back to others.

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In 2018, he offered to cover the funeral costs for victims of the Santa Fe High School shooting.

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He also raised over $37 million to provide relief in areas affected by Hurricane Harvey.

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He was named NFL’s Walter Payton Man of the Year in 2017 to recognize his charitable efforts.

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Now he has offered to pay for the funeral expenses of the Waukesha parade victims.

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Watt went to high school in Pewaukee, just a few miles away from Waukesha.

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The attack hit especially close to home for the Wisconsin native.

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At least six people have lost their lives in the attack, including an 8-year-old boy.

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The driver of the red SUV, Darrell Brooks Jr., is currently being held on a $5 million dollar bond.

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