Director John Singleton suffers stroke, Snoop Dogg and more stars send their support – USA TODAY

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Sara M Moniuszko


USA TODAY

Published 5: 08 PM EDT Apr 20, 2019

Oscar-nominated director and screenwriter John Singleton suffered a stroke, his household confirmed in an announcement provided to USA TODAY Saturday by spokesperson Shannon Barr.

The “Boyz n the Hood” director, 51, suffered the stroke while on the clinic earlier this week, but is below “astronomical clinic treatment” his household says.

“On Wednesday, April 17th our loved son/father, John Singleton, suffered a stroke while on the clinic. John is for the time being in the ICU and below astronomical clinic treatment,” the commentary be taught. “We ask that privacy be given to him and our household right this moment and cherish all of the prayers which were pouring in from his fans, friends and colleagues.”

On Saturday, fellow celebrities took to social media to desire the star a speedily restoration, alongside with Snoop Dogg who shared a picture of him and Singleton.

“Pray 4 my brother,” he captioned the picture.

Fellow director Guillermo del Toro wrote, “Discover neatly, John Singleton!  This sort of generous spirit”

Neil deGrasse Tyson wished Singleton “a speedily restoration.”

“An event, probably, for the rest of us to be amazed that human physiology works at all,” he added alongside with a picture of them collectively.

“Pose” co-creator and government producer Steven Canals furthermore sent a obvious message.

“I nowadays met John Singleton, who has been an inspiration from afar for decades. Sending prayers and therapeutic vibes for a swift restoration. Have him in your suggestions.”

Actress Nia Prolonged acknowledged, “Praying no longer easy this morning for my friend @johnsingleton PULL THROUGH BABY”

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