The Packers will donate $100,000 worth of Automated External Defibrillators to schools and recreational sports leagues in the Green Bay area ... in light of Damar Hamlin 's medical emergency, the team announced Wednesday. The team collaborated with Bellin Health, the team's official healthcare provider, to donate money for 80 AED devices ... which typically cost around $1,000, and can save lives. Unfortunately, many places aren't equipped. Green Bay is looking to change that. Getty The Packers and Bellin Health released a joint statement ... saying the donation would provide the AEDs where youth and recreational sports are played across Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. "After seeing Damar Hamlin's shocking cardiac arrest and witnessing the incredible response from the emergency personnel and medical professionals who treated him, we recognized our responsibility to take action in our own community," said Packers Exec Mark … [Read more...] about Packers Donate $100K For Defibrillators After Damar Hamlin Emergency
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Sharon Osbourne Released From Hospital After Emergency Health Scare
Getty UPDATE 5:40 PM PT -- Jack Osbourne has provided an encouraging update on the status of his mom's health, saying she's been released from the hospital and is now back home after getting the all-clear. UPDATE He also says she was with him filming a new episode of "Night of Terror," going on to thank everyone who sent their well-wishes and prayers. JO also says he's going to let Sharon share what exactly happened to her in her own time and on her own terms. Sharon Osbourne suffered a terrifying medical emergency while shooting a TV show in California ... TMZ has learned. Sources with direct knowledge tell us it all went down Friday night ... Sharon fell ill on the set of the unnamed show at the Glen Tavern Inn in Santa Paula, California. It was not clear if the cameras were rolling. The hotel was once featured on an episode of the Travel Channel's "Ghost Adventurers." Getty A rep for the Ventura County Fire Department tells … [Read more...] about Sharon Osbourne Released From Hospital After Emergency Health Scare
Damar Hamlin Shares Message “From The Heart” In First On-Camera Statement Since Health Emergency
Damar Hamlin is breaking his silence following the health emergency he suffered on the field during NFL’s Monday Night Football game against the Cincinnati Bengals. “Now that my brothers have closed a strong-winning season, as I continue to make so much progress recovering, I think it’s finally a good time to share a few things,” Hamlin started in the video message. He continued, “I think it was important for me to wait and speak publicly at the right time as it was a lot to process within my own self mentally, physically… even spiritually — it’s just been a lot to process. I can’t tell you how appreciative I am of all the love, all the support and everything that’s just been coming in my way.” Hamlin has been making great strides in his recovery after he collapsed on the field. He showed up to root for his teammates in a critical playoff game where he received cheers from the audience . “What happened to me on Monday Night Football I feel is a direct example … [Read more...] about Damar Hamlin Shares Message “From The Heart” In First On-Camera Statement Since Health Emergency
Lisa Marie Presley’s Death Leaves Room for Possible Custody Battle for Twins
Getty Composite Lisa Marie Presley 's death has not only devastated her family, but it's left a big question as to who will get full custody of her twin daughters ... with the makings of a potential legal war. Sources connected to the Presley family tell us Michael Lockwood -- the father of 14-year-old twins Finley and Harper -- will absolutely go to court to get full custody of his daughters. As one source connected to Lockwood tells us, "It'll be a cold day in hell before he gives up custody of those children." SplashNews.com At the time of Lisa Marie's death , she had 60% custody of their twins ... he had 40%. Under California law, Lockwood would ordinarily get full custody, unless a judge determines he's not a fit parent. Shutterstock Premier Now here's the rub. Our sources say Danny Keough , Lisa Marie's ex who was living with her and the twins at the time of her death, sees himself as the stepfather of … [Read more...] about Lisa Marie Presley’s Death Leaves Room for Possible Custody Battle for Twins
Damar Hamlin Attends Buffalo Bills Playoff Game In Person; Cincinnati Bengals Win & Advance To AFC Championship
Damar Hamlin made an in-person appearance to cheer on his Buffalo Bill teammates in a critical playoff game against the Cincinnati Bengals. The safety was seen going into Highmark Stadium for the first time since his life-threatening medical emergency to wish the Bills good luck in the divisional round game. After greeting his fellow Bills in the locker room before kickoff, Hamlin was taken to a private suite to enjoy the game. When Bills fans noticed Hamlin was in the building, the crowd cheered him on and he had a heart sign gesture in receipt of all the love he was getting. Ultimately, the Bills were defeated by the Bengals with the final score of 27-10. The Bengals would continue to the next round while the Bills season ended tonight. It was on January 2 that Hamlin collapsed on the field during a matchup with the Bengals. The 24-year-old player had gone into cardiac arrest and was administered CPR for several minutes. He was rushed to the hospital in critical … [Read more...] about Damar Hamlin Attends Buffalo Bills Playoff Game In Person; Cincinnati Bengals Win & Advance To AFC Championship
Alyssa Milano Speaks on Giving CPR to Uncle After Heart Attack Accident
TMZ.com UPDATE 11:35 AM PT -- 8/18 -- Alyssa has spoken out on the terrifying ordeal she went through with her uncle Tuesday, and while she says she's not sure if he'll be okay ... she is grateful she was at least able to try and save him. UPDATE Waiting for your permission to load the Instagram Media. UPDATE The actress posted a statement, giving thanks to bystanders and others -- especially first-responders who arrived on the scene -- for helping them out after her uncle, Mitch , suffered a heart attack mid-drive ... causing the car they were in to crash. She also thanks the docs and medical team who attended to them after they were transported. UPDATE Alyssa says her uncle is a huge part of her life, which makes it all the more sad to hear her say her family is unsure if he will recover. With that said, she also took the opportunity to urge people to get CPR certified ... explaining you never know when you might be called upon, and that the … [Read more...] about Alyssa Milano Speaks on Giving CPR to Uncle After Heart Attack Accident
Auntie Fee On Life Support After Massive Heart Attack
Internet cooking sensation Auntie Fee , also known as Chef Sista Girl , is fighting for her life after a massive heart attack. We were first told by Fee's nephew Sosten Price and sister Ayesha that the 59-year-old died Tuesday after the medical emergency. However, we've now learned she's on life support surrounded by family at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center after being rushed by ambulance. Auntie Fee, whose full name is Felicia O'Dell , went viral in 2014 after posting her recipes for "good ass chicken" and "sweet treats for the kids." She went on to appear in the movie "Barbershop 3." She also came to TMZ to hook us up with her recipes. Story developing ... … [Read more...] about Auntie Fee On Life Support After Massive Heart Attack
Buccaneers’ Russell Gage ‘Doing Great’ After Scary Hit
Gallery Launch Gallery Getty UPDATE 11:25 AM PT -- Amazing news ... Russell Gage says he's now "in great spirits" and "doing great." UPDATE The wideout sent the positive update in a social media post Tuesday afternoon, adding, "I appreciate all of the texts, calls, thoughts and prayers you all have expressed towards my family and I." UPDATE 7:48 AM PT -- The Buccaneers provided an update on Russell Gage's condition Tuesday morning ... saying, thankfully, he has movement in all of his extremities. UPDATE The team, though, said he's remaining at the hospital for further testing. UPDATE "We will provide additional information as it becomes available," the team said. Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Russell Gage was forced to leave Monday night's playoff game on a backboard ... and the scene was scary -- particularly in the wake of Damar Hamlin 's on-field medical emergency just two weeks ago. Gage went down awkwardly … [Read more...] about Buccaneers’ Russell Gage ‘Doing Great’ After Scary Hit
Leslie Jordan Died from ‘Cardiac Dysfunction’ Before Crashing Car into Building
TMZ.com Leslie Jordan was not killed as the result of a car accident, instead, he suffered a "sudden cardiac dysfunction" which resulted in his death and caused him to crash. The L.A. County Coroner's Office just released its findings from the October 24 incident. TMZ broke the story -- first responders raced to the scene after Jordan had crashed his BMW into the side of a building in Hollywood. TMZ.com At the time, investigators told us they believed Jordan suffered some sort of medical emergency before the crash ... and now that has been confirmed. The coroner's report states Leslie was taking heart medication at the time of his death -- and his heart was in really bad shape -- with one of his arteries 80% blocked, and another 50% blocked. Gallery Launch Gallery Getty We were first to report Leslie had complained of shortness of breath in the weeks leading up to his death , and had an appointment with a heart … [Read more...] about Leslie Jordan Died from ‘Cardiac Dysfunction’ Before Crashing Car into Building
Lisa Marie Presley’s Cause of Death Delayed, Toxicology Results Pending
Getty Lisa Marie Presley 's cause of death won't be known for some time -- because health officials are waiting on one key thing that'll hopefully explain what took her life. Sources with direct knowledge tell us Presley's autopsy was done Saturday, but we're told the L.A. County Coroner's Office doesn't have an official COD yet -- because toxicology tests are being done, and the results aren't in yet. No word on when those might come back. Gallery Launch Gallery Getty In other words ... the underlying cause of what sparked her medical emergency remains a mystery. The toxicology will expose what may have been in her system at the time of death. TMZ broke the story ... Lisa Marie went into full cardiac arrest Thursday morning at home after complaining of severe stomach pain only hours before. Family sources tell us Lisa Marie's ex, Danny Keough, performed CPR until paramedics arrived. First responders were able to get a pulse after … [Read more...] about Lisa Marie Presley’s Cause of Death Delayed, Toxicology Results Pending