In 1975, Dannion Brinkley, a former U.S. Marine, was struck by lightning while on the phone, suffering extensive injuries that led to his death. For 28 minutes, he was officially gone. During this time, Brinkley claims to have had a near-death experience,
leaving his body and witnessing a life review. He transitioned into a tunnel leading to a radiant, light-filled space, where he encountered a spiritual being. This experience occurred again during two subsequent surgeries.