ILOSM family, on Tuesday (May 7, 2019) night we reported that rap legend, Kurtis Blow, was rushed back to the hospital for an emergency heart surgery to save his life, just days after having a prior heart surgery. At the time f his 2nd surgery, his prognosis was unknown and his loved ones were very worried about if the 59 year old’s heart could withstand such a serious procedure, so soon after his previous one.
Wife’s Update About Kurtis Blow’s Condition
Now, his friend/Def Jam mogul, Russell Simmons, has announced that Kurtis’ wife, Shirley Walker, gave an update on his condition, after his Tuesday night heart surgery. Here’s what Russell shared:
“Update from his wife Shirley “Kurtis’s heart is beating on its own. They are closing should finished closing in less than 2 hours. Glory to God Glory to God hallelujah hallelujah” 🙏🏽❤️
Shirley Let us continue to pray.”
What Simmons Previously Shared About Kurtis Blow’s 2nd Emergency Surgery
The update from Blow’s wife comes hours after Russell Simmons broke the news that Blow was headed into emergency open heart surgery on Tuesday evening. At that time, the Def Jam founder was immensely worried about his friend, and asked that fans pray for Kurtis Blow in this online message:
unclerush: Fu*k, Captain Kurt damn!!! He just informed me that prayers are needed again. Please put @kurtisblow back into your prayers. He has been called to emergency open heart surgery. Kurtis Blow is a survivor, but this is not good. I say this to all who loved his music, his heart is bigger than his music. His family is a testimony to his goodness. His loving wife of at least 35 years and beautiful children are examples of his willingness to give. Let’s all give him the prayers and our blessings.
What’s Next For Kurtis Blow’s Healing
It’s unclear what the rehabilitation process will be like for Kurtis Blow, but we’re simply grateful that his heart is functioning on it’s own. He may have an uphill battle before reaching 100% recovery, because clearly, open heart surgery is NO joke. However, one step at a time is all that matters right now for the “Basketball” rap legend.
Hopefully, we will be updating y’all with even more good news regarding his health soon. Meanwhile ILOSM family, let’s all take heed to Russell Simmons’ request, by continuing to send prayers up and uplifting energy to Kurtis Blow at this time.
