Willie Nelson: Wife Annie Saved Me From COVID

Willie Nelson, 93, details his near-fatal battle with COVID-19 in 2022 in his new memoir. He contracted the virus while on his tour bus, suffering intense pain and breathing difficulties. His wife, Annie, acted swiftly, testing him and obtaining a prescription for Paxlovid. She ensured they were transported back to Austin, Texas, where medical care was administered. Nelson confessed to asking Annie to 'let me go' during the worst of his illness. Annie refused, vowing to keep him alive. She had proactively prepared for his potential illness for months. Their journey home involved immediate medical intervention, including IV infusions. Nelson described the ordeal as two weeks of 'utter hell.' Annie's determination and quick actions were crucial in his recovery.