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Williams Needs Heart Surgery

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(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."

In this Jan. 18 file photo, Robin Williams arrives at the premiere of
In this Jan. 18 file photo, Robin Williams arrives at the premiere of "World's Greatest Dad" at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah.   (AP Photo/Matt Sayles, file)
Robin Williams poses backstage with the favorite scene-stealing guest star award for his appearance in
Robin Williams poses backstage with the favorite scene-stealing guest star award for his appearance in "Law & Order: SVU" at the 35th Annual People's Choice Awards.   (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
Robin Williams speaks to reporters at a press conference for
Robin Williams speaks to reporters at a press conference for "Campaign For a New G.I. Bill" in Beverly Hills, Calif. on Sunday, June 22, 2008.   (AP Photo/Dan Steinberg)
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Lula
Mar 5, 09 5:33 PM CST
I hope the surgery goes okey and that he will be okey. Just a tune up. but it is still serious. Reply
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riffran
Mar 5, 09 7:23 PM CST
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD MORNINGVEITNAMMMMMMMM!!!!.....Hope he does OK..... Reply
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