Marinella in critical but stable condition after suffering stroke at concert

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Legendary Greek singer Marinella is in a critical but stable condition after suffering a stroke and collapsing at a concert on Wednesday night.

Marinella collapsed on stage during her concert at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, under the Acropolis in Athens, in front of thousands.

The remainder of her concert was cancelled as fans and celebrities took to social media to express their love and support for the 85-year-old.

The singer was rushed to Athens’ Hygeia Hospital and admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

In a statement released on Thursday afternoon, doctors confirmed Marinella was hospitalised due to an extensive brain hemorrhage, and remains in a stable but critical condition.

Source: tovima.com.

 

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