Joan Rivers condition still serious after comedienne is put on 'life support'
Well wishes are pouring in for
comedienne Joan Rivers , who is in a "serious" condition in New York hospital after she stopped breathing during throat surgery.
Rivers was rushed to the Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City on Thursday when she suddenly stopped breathing during a routine operation to fix her vocal chords.
The 81-year-old was initially placed in a medically induced coma and was said to be in a "stable but critical" condition.
"My mother would be so touched by the tributes and prayers that we have
received from around the world," her
daughter Melissa said in a statement released by Mt. Sinai Hospital.
"Her condition remains serious but she is receiving the best treatment and care possible. We ask that you continue to keep her in your thoughts as we pray for her recovery."
Rivers' daughter is hopeful about her mother's condition
Melissa, 46, and her grandson Cooper, 13, flew out to be by her bedside after the news broke.
She is now understood to be on life
support, TMZ reports. Her family have yetto comment on the reports.
A host of celebrity figures have taken to Twitter to send their best wishes and prayers for her recovery, including volatile actor Charlie Sheen, who wrote:
"Please come back to us young lady. Your inimitable genius and compassion keeps a world you set in motion, a lot better every
day."
Girls star Lena Dunham sent “all love and healing wishes to her Her Majesty Joan Rivers” while Kelly Osbourne said she had “got down on my knees and prayed” for a speedy recovery.
4 the first time in years I got down on my knees & prayed tonight! I encourage U 2 do the same 4 @Joan_Rivers my grandma!
#inconsolable
; Kelly Osbourne (@KellyOsbourne)
August 30, 2014
We can't lose Joan. All love and healing wishes to Her Majesty Joan Rivers- being ripped a new one by you is an honor to be treasured.
; Lena Dunham (@lenadunham) August 31, 2014
Hang in there @Joan_Rivers So many awful gowns are going to be worn this year as bait for you pull through. Love and prayers Court
; Courtney Love Cobain (@Courtney)
August 29, 2014
.@Joan_Rivers Get well soon Joan - keep fighting!
; Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump)
August 30, 2014
The sharp-tongued co-host of Fashion Police has been criticised for her often provocative comments, and recently sparked outrage after a series of
"insensitive" comments she made
regarding the conflict between Israel and Gaza.
River's health problems followed a busy week for the star, who attended the MTV Video Music Awards and Emmys, and performed in Manhattan on Wednesday.
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