Robin Williams to Undergo Heart Surgery

Us Magazine - March 5, 2009 2:19 PM PST
Story photo: Robin Williams to Undergo Heart SurgeryRobin Williams poses backstage at The LAByrinth Theater Company's 6th Annual Gala Benefit on October 20, 2008 in New York City.Us Magazine
Robin Williams is postponing the remainder of his critically acclaimed one-man show, "Weapons of Self-Destruction," to undergo surgery for an aortic valve replacement.

"I'm so touched by everyone's support and well wishes," said Williams. "This tour has been amazing fun and I can't wait to get back out on the road after a little tune-up."

The tour -- which has been sold out since September 2008 -- is expected to resume in the fall.

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A source told Usmagazine.com that Williams is currently in an intensive care unit for heart issues at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center in south Miami.

A well-placed source tells Us the actor, 57, underwent "cardioversion," a procedure that converts an abnormal heart rhythm back to a normal rhythm, on Wednesday night.

According to a statement on his Web site, Williams was experiencing shortness of breath.

"[He] is currently being evaluated by doctors who are recommending a week of rest," read the statement.



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    Remember always, God"s in control of whatever you do or happen in your life. Praying for your recovery.
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    Remember always, God"s in control of whatever you do or happen in your life. Praying for your recovery.
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    Remember always, God"s in control of whatever you do or happen in your life. Praying for your recovery.
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    Remember always, God"s in control of whatever you do or happen in your life. Praying for your recovery.
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