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Earth, Wind & Fire Drummer Wakes Up After Coma
21 Aug
Summary
- Drummer John Paris awoke from an induced coma following a medical emergency.
- Paris will undergo two major surgeries and remains in intensive care.
- A GoFundMe has been established to support Paris and his wife.
Earth, Wind & Fire drummer John Paris, 58, has awakened from an induced coma following a medical emergency that occurred earlier this month. While he had previously shown brief signs of consciousness, recent updates indicate significant encouraging progress in his recovery.
Paris is currently in the intensive care unit and faces two major surgeries. His wife, Kathy Merrick, described his journey as a marathon, emphasizing their strong hope and acknowledging the long road ahead. She noted his resilience in overcoming past obstacles.
The medical emergency happened just before the band's scheduled August 6th concert with Lionel Richie in San Francisco, which was subsequently postponed. Initially, the band kept the patient's identity private.
A GoFundMe page has been set up by a friend to support Paris and his wife, seeking donations from the community to aid them through this period.
