Earth, Wind & Fire Drummer John Paris Hospitalized in Induced Coma: What We Know
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Bay Area music fans are rallying around Earth, Wind & Fire drummer John Paris, 58, who remains in an induced coma following a serious cardiac incident, according to early reports. A fundraiser has been launched to help cover medical costs as Paris fights to recover.
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KTVU reports the band's drummer is fundraising after the medical emergency, and People.com confirms Paris is still in an induced coma following what's being described as a cardiac event. The exact timeline of when the emergency happened has not been confirmed in early reports.
Earth, Wind & Fire's status amid the health crisis is unclear. The legendary funk and soul group has deep roots in California, and the news has hit the state's music community hard. This story is developing, and details may change.
What We Know So Far
John Paris, 58, is hospitalized and in an induced coma after a cardiac incident, per People.com. A fundraiser is underway to support Paris during the medical crisis, according to KTVU. No additional details about Paris's condition, prognosis, or the fundraiser link have been confirmed at this time.
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What We Don't Know Yet
The cause and exact circumstances of the cardiac emergency haven't been publicly confirmed. It's also not yet clear how the situation affects any upcoming Earth, Wind & Fire performances or commitments. CAL WIRE will update this story as more information becomes available.
How to Help
A fundraiser has been set up to assist Paris with medical expenses, per KTVU, though specific fundraiser details had not been fully confirmed at time of publication. Search "John Paris fundraiser" for the latest links circulating online.