Activist And Comedian Dick Gregory Has Been Hospitalized

Source: Al Jazeera

The famed activist and comedian Dick Gregory has been hospitalized.

The news came from a Facebook post Gregory's son, Christian Gregory, wrote Thursday. Although he did not disclose his father's medical condition, he did say that Dick should be released in the next few days. The 85-year-old was taken to the hospital on August 9 after not feeling and was released that same day after being instructed to rest. However, his family brought him back to the hospital on August 12, where he was admitted.

"When it comes to sickness and disease one's age is highly significant. There is no such thing as a 'simple' condition. In advanced age a simple cold or a simple infection could be catastrophic," Christian said. "At soon to be chronologically 85, my father's true age far exceeds that. A life well-lived but heavily sacrificed, has definitively taken its toll."

"Laughter is truly good medicine. I've watched my father for a lifetime heal the world. Today he is in need of your healing," Christian added. "We are truly grateful for the phenomenal care he has been receiving. My family and I remain thankful for all of the prayers, positive thoughts, messages and good energy."

Dick was slated to perform alongside fellow comedian Paul Mooney in Atlanta on Wednesday, August 16. But the show was postponed after he was hospitalized.

Christian's post can be read below.