Comedian and Jingle All the Way star Sinbad is learning to walk after suffering an ischemic stroke back in October 2020. The 66-year-old comedian and actor’s family have now shared an image of his recovery via Instagram, with Sinbad currently undergoing physical therapy and learning to walk again with the use of a walking frame.
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“Sinbad appreciates all the love and support you have shown him over the last two years,” the statement shared alongside the image begins. “Many of you have asked for updates and if there is anything Sinbad needs or what you can do to help. As a result, the family has created a site where you can keep up to date with his progress and also provide an avenue for those who wish to give. Follow the link in bio.” They end the message with “Stay funky, stay blessed.”
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Sinbad, whose real name is David Adkins, suffered a stroke towards the end of 2020. The comedian, who is best known for roles in the likes of The Sinbad Show, A Different World, Necessary Roughness, Houseguest, First Kid, Jingle All the Way, Good Burger, and Planes, has since undergone several surgeries to remove blood clots.
“On October 25, 2020, Sinbad suffered an ischemic stroke as a result of a blood clot that traveled from his heart to his brain,” a further statement from the family reads on the website The Journey Forward. “After surgery, Sinbad was talking and moving with some weakness, but the prognosis was very promising. The next day, however, another blood clot formed, half the size of the first. He underwent the same surgery again successfully but it took a little more from him than the first surgery.”
Sinbad was then moved to Cedar Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles where he underwent a craniotomy due to swelling on the brain. “During surgery, however, the doctors discovered a bleed,” the statement continues. “It was hours before the family learned Sinbad had returned to the Neuro-ICU in a medically induced coma and placed on a ventilator. Our hearts were devastated. The road to recovery became unclear and extremely difficult for the family to navigate.”
Sinbad is Now Fighting for Every Inch
Weeks then went by “before he would open his eyes, speak, or show signs of basic mobility.” Thankfully, on July 7, 2021, Sinbad finally returned home where he continues to receive therapy and is now “fighting for every inch.”
“The family believes, without exception, Sinbad is here because of the multitude of prayers from all who know and love him,” the statement on the site, which is also a donation page, concludes. “We are eternally grateful. Every outpouring of love and the memories of how he has touched all of you have not gone unheard, unseen, or unfelt. Thank you. You have lifted his spirits along the way and inspired the entire family.”
The site also contains a brief statement from Sinbad himself, with the comedian saying, “Thank God for everything He’s given you, even if it’s not everything you asked for. Thank God for family and hug the ones you love while you’re still with them. We need each other to get through this journey. I can’t wait to see you all again soon. As always, stay funky, stay prayed up.”
