Lago confirmed the news to Variety, stating, “doctors informed his family that there is no further hope and have recommended end of life decision. The family is now deciding end of life matters and a further statement will be issued on Wednesday.”
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“We are asking for privacy for his family during this difficult time and they wish to thank everyone for the hundreds of messages of support, and prayers that have been received,” the statement continued. “This has been a difficult time for them.”
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collapsed at his Los Angeles home on February 18 and was taken to the hospital by paramedics. Doctors later determined he had suffered a stroke, resulting in a brain aneurysm. He has remained in a coma under intensive care since arriving at the hospital.
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