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Bob Mortimer Skips Heart Doctor's Orders on Cheese
26 Nov
Summary
- Bob Mortimer prioritizes enjoyment over lifespan, refusing to limit cheese.
- He had triple heart bypass surgery after 95% arterial blockage.
- Mortimer has also battled shingles, rheumatoid arthritis, and temporary wheelchair use.

Television personality Bob Mortimer has revealed he continues to eat cheese despite medical advice to curb his intake following a significant health scare. After undergoing triple heart bypass surgery in 2015 due to 95% arterial blockage, Mortimer's doctor warned him about the risks. However, the comedian confessed he would "rather have three years less" than alter his diet.
Mortimer's health journey has also included battles with shingles, which left him temporarily unable to walk and requiring a wheelchair, and rheumatoid arthritis. He candidly shared that the shingles episode was worse than his heart condition, leading to significant muscle loss.
Earlier this year, Mortimer also expressed that he does not fear death but rather the sadness of not seeing how stories unfold. He is currently focusing on regaining muscle after his various health challenges, expressing gratitude for being back and able to move, though he misses running.




