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Sinbad Returns to Stage After Stroke, Supported by Kids
23 Jun
Summary
- Sinbad, 69, has returned to stand-up comedy after suffering a stroke.
- His children, Royce and Paige Adkins, have actively supported his comeback.
- Paige recently opened for her father at his first comedy show post-stroke.
Comedian Sinbad, whose real name is David Adkins, has recently marked a significant milestone with his return to stand-up comedy. The 69-year-old actor, known for his roles in films like 'Coneheads' and 'Good Burger,' suffered a stroke in October 2020. His family later clarified that the stroke was caused by a blood clot moving from his heart to his brain.
His children, Royce and Paige Adkins, have been instrumental in supporting his recovery and comeback. Most recently, Paige had the unique opportunity to open for her father at his first comedy show since the stroke. She expressed immense pride and emotion at sharing the stage with him at The Ice House.
Sinbad made his first public appearance since his stroke in February 2024, joining a virtual reunion of 'A Different World' cast members. The support from his children underscores a deeply personal and cherished moment as he re-engages with his passion for comedy.
