The Trials And Tribulations Of Brett Michaels Thread

[PETE'S BROTHER]

So which porn flick caused his heart problem?

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[binnie]

Well, I hope he gets well soon, all joking aside....

[Jagermeister]

Bret Michaels Back In Hospital



Bret Michaels was readmitted to the hospital this week after suffering numbness on the left side of his body, predominately his face and hands which doctors described as a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) or warning stroke. While MRI and CT scan tests were being conducted, Michaels also received a Doppler Ultrasound of his legs and lower abdomen looking for blood clots and most importantly an Ultrasound Bubble Test of his heart was conducted which proved positive for a Patent Forum Ovale (PFO), a hole in the heart. Dr. Zabramski (Bret's neurosurgeon), Dr. Becker (who ordered the test), Dr. Cook (who conducted the test) and Dr. Frey (Director, Outpatient Stroke Program) all confirmed the results.

Dr. Zabramski states: "There is no doubt that the positive Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) is devastating news to Bret and his family. The good news is that it is operable and treatable and we think we may have diagnosed the problem that caused the Transient Ischemic Attach (TIA) or warning stroke; however we feel it is highly unlikely this is connected to the brain hemorrhage he suffered just a few weeks earlier. Once again it is great that he quickly reacted to the severe numbness and got to the hospital immediately."

Dr. Zabramski continues, "I realize Bret wants to make a full recovery so that he can be active with his family, attempt to attend the finale of Celebrity Apprentice and especially get back on the road to continue making music. Without a doubt he is very determined to get healthy and make a 100% recovery. Medically speaking it is a fantastic attitude both mentally and physically for him to have. However, Bret's brain and body are not quite 100% yet, especially with the hole found in his heart. Further tests will be conducted throughout the week and I will have more information next week as to how this Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) will be treated. For now, Bret will be treated with outpatient care which includes a daily injection of Lovenox (a blood thinner to reduce the chance of blood clots) and blood tests."

Bret's rep, Janna Elias, states "Bret wants everyone to know he cannot thank you enough for all of the well wishes, prayers, and good vibes you have sent his way. Even though these last few months have been tough on him and his family, especially this most recent setback, he is in good spirits, great medical hands and is positive and hopeful that everything is going to be OK. He is up, walking, talking, continuing his daily rehab and very happy to be alive but he has made it clear he is sick and tired of being in the hospital and is ready to rock again."

[Jagermeister]

Trump decides winner for 'Celebrity Apprentice'

Let the flaming begin. I am proud to announce Bret won the Celebrity Apprentice last night and he deserved it.

Bret Michaels made it to the finish line Sunday of "The Celebrity Apprentice" despite life-threatening illness and was rewarded with victory and $250,000 for charity.

"You've done an amazing job in every single way," Donald Trump said before announcing his choice on a live segment of NBC's reality show. "A little flaky, but that's OK. ... You've also proven ... to be very brave. I appreciate that."

The other finalist, actress Holly Robinson Peete, has been "amazing," Trump said, and then rendered his decision.

"Holly, I have to tell you, we all love you. And Brett, I have to tell you — you're hired," Trump pronounced, drawing a lusty "whoop" from Michaels.

Michaels' appearance on the finale, which included live and taped segments, had been in question after he suffered a brain hemorrhage in April and was hospitalized again recently after suffering what doctors called a warning stroke. He faces surgery for a hole in his heart.

Trump didn't downplay the drama involving Michaels' health, asking the 47-year-old rock star of Poison fame if he was risking his life by coming on the finale against his doctors' advice.

"Lately it seems like me just standing me up is risking my life," Michaels replied, lightly, adding that it was worth the risk and he "came to win." He walked haltingly and with a slight limp.

His presence brought a moment of honest reality to a carefully constructed TV genre.

Robinson Peete, 45, said she and Michaels had become close during the series and there would be none of last season's animosity — a reference to finale fireworks between winner Joan Rivers and runner-up Annie Duke.

Robinson Peete teared up when she and Michaels took the stage before a studio audience in New York.

"Holly, that's so beautiful. You're crying," Trump observed.

"Well, I mean, who in America isn't?" she replied. Trump said that he'd never cried for his opponent.

"My 5-year-old son woke up this morning and said, 'Mom, I love you, but I'm kinda pulling for Bret.' How do you beat that?" Robinson Peete responded.

Both celebrities, who were playing to raise money for their favored causes, came out on top. Michaels, who as a child was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, claimed the winner's prize for the American Diabetes Association, and Peete learned that her charitable group would receive a matching amount.

Trump said the maker of Snapple beverages had agreed to give a matching $250,000 to HollyRod Foundation, whose mission is to support families who have a loved one with a serious medical condition. The actress has a son diagnosed as autistic.

The final challenge for "The Celebrity Apprentice" had required Michaels and Robinson Peete to each create a new flavor of Snapple and a marketing campaign for the soft drinks. Their versions are being sold for a limited period and highlight work their causes.

This season of "Celebrity Apprentice" began airing in March with 14 contestants, each competing in business-oriented tasks around Manhattan to raise money for and publicize their favorite causes.

[Anonymous]

His presence brought a moment of honest reality to a carefully constructed TV genre.

Am I the only one here that feels absolutely nauseated by this sentence?

Cheers! :bottle:

[PETE'S BROTHER]

the whole damn show makes me wanna puke

[hambon4lif]

This show was on the TV at the bar, so I only saw bits and pieces of it.

I saw the part where Cyndi Lauper was dancing on the table and wondering WTF that was about.
Cyndi trips me out...she always has that look on her face like she's smelling a rank-ass fart...probably 'cause she's a taco-slapper that takes too big of a bite...

Anyways.....I noticed Sharon wasn't there. Was she just being a sore-ass loser 'cause she didn't win or what?

The outcome was predictable as all fuck....

[FORD]

I kinda figured Bret had it in the bag when Trump and his rug came to visit him in the hospital during the brain bleed thing. The Donald wouldn't have done that for someone he had already "fired".

Now that Michaels works for him, I wonder if Trump will make him dump the ridiculous bandana-wig and order him a hairpiece from his own supplier?

[Jagermeister]

I kinda figured Bret had it in the bag when Trump and his rug came to visit him in the hospital during the brain bleed thing. The Donald wouldn't have done that for someone he had already "fired".

Now that Michaels works for him, I wonder if Trump will make him dump the ridiculous bandana-wig and order him a hairpiece from his own supplier?

I think Trump made some comment about hair last night.

[Jagermeister]

One month after suffering a brain hemorrhage and just days after being re-admitted to the hospital for a warning stroke, POISON frontman and "The Celebrity Apprentice" winner Bret Michaels was interviewed on this past Monday's (May 24) edition of ABC-TV's "Live with Regis & Kelly" show. You can now watch his appearance below.

Due to Bret's recent recovery period, the release date for his new solo album, "Custom Built", has been moved to July 6.

Michaels made it to Sunday's live finale and won the title of "Celebrity Apprentice", beating out actress Holly Robinson Peete.

"Bret Michaels, his creativity and imagination are just amazing," said Donald Trump, who chose Michaels as the winner to receive $250,000 for his charity, the American Diabetes Association. "He's been through a lot."

Michaels, who was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes when he was six years old, flew from Los Angeles to New York on Sunday to attend the NBC show.

"[Doctors] didn't want you to be here tonight, are you risking your life being here?" Trump asked Michaels, according to Newsday.com.

"Lately, it seems like me standing up is risking my life," Michaels joked.

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[Diamondjimi]

Fox News Anchor Thinks Bret Michaels' Illness Was A Hoax

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[FORD]

Nah, I don't think it was a hoax. I don't think Brett Michaels is smart enough to pull that off. But leave it to FAUX Noise to make the accusation.

[Seshmeister]

His hair is definitely a hoax anyway - how did it grow 18 inches in 2 weeks from his hospital pic to now?

[jero]

Bret Miracles

[Diamondjimi]