Williams Hospitalized With Heart Problems

After being short of breath, comedian cancels 4 shows

(NEWSER) - Robin Williams is taking a break from his one-man whirlwind comedy tour after suffering from shortness of breath, CNN reports. Williams, 57, covered 11 cities in the last 3 weeks and has been performing sold-out shows since September. The funnyman rescheduled four Florida performances of Weapons of Self-Destruction and plans to resume the 80-city schedule Monday, E! reports. More»

(NEWSER) - Surgery last week on actor Robin Williams’ heart “went extremely well,” doctors said today. The 3½-hour procedure corrected an irregular rhythm and replaced a valve, People reports. “A couple hours after surgery, he was entertaining the medical team and making us all laugh,” said the doctor, who expects Williams “to make a full recovery.” More»

(NEWSER) - Robin Williams will soon undergo heart surgery, People reports. The 57-year-old entertainer, who needs a new aortic valve, has canceled performances of his one-man show until at least the fall. He entered a Florida hospital this week short of breath. "I'm so touched by everyone's support and well wishes," Williams said. "This tour has been amazing fun and I can't wait to get back out on the road after a little tune-up." More»

Comedian's wife files to end 19-year marriage

(NEWSER) - Funnyman Robin Williams and his wife are splitting up after 19 years of marriage, reports the San Francisco Chronicle. The divorce petition, filed by Marsha Williams in San Francisco, cited irreconcilable differences. The pair met when Marsha worked as a nanny for Williams' son from a previous marriage. She later became his personal assistant and produced hits like Mrs. Doubtfire. More»

Long hours, stress take a toll on just about all in the field: Study

(NEWSER) - Becoming an investment banker might be great for your wallet but it's terrible for your health, a comprehensive new study makes clear. Think addictions, insomnia, heart trouble, eating disorders, depression, and rage. A University of Southern California researcher trailed two dozen investment bakers through their first decade on the job and discovered that every single one became afflicted with a physical or emotional malady linked to stress, reports the Wall Street Journal . More»