'Breaking Bad' actor Bob Odenkirk, stable after collapsing on set
Former 'Breaking Bad' actor Bob Odenkirk is in “stable condition” after collapsing on the set of his TV show 'Better Call Saul,' according to a statement from his representative.
Bob reportedly suffered from a “heart-related incident” and his family thanks the “incredible doctors and nurses looking after him, as well as his cast, crew, and producers who have stayed by his side.”
His family is also grateful to everyone for the outpouring of well wishes and asks for their privacy as Bob recovers.
Bob's 22-year-old son, Nate Odenkirk, also took to Twitter to assure fans that his dad is alright.
Nate tweeted, “He's going to be okay.”
He's going to be okay.
-- Nate Odenkirk (@birthdaynate) July 28, 2021
Meanwhile, Bob's 'Breaking Bad' co-star Bryan Cranston first shared the worrying news on Instagram by sharing a photo of them together and with the caption: “Today I woke up to news that has made me anxious all morning. My friend, Bob Odenkirk collapsed last night on the set of Better Call Saul.
“He is in the hospital in Albuquerque and receiving the medical attention he needs but his condition is not known to the public as yet.
“Please take a moment in your day today to think about him and send positive thoughts and prayers his way, thank you.”
Aaron Paul, another co-star of Bob in 'Breaking Bad,' also expressed his concern for the 58-year-old actor on Instagram by sharing a photo of him with the caption: “I love you my friend."
Better Call Saul is the prequel spin-off show from Bob's Breaking Bad character Saul Goodman, the canny defense lawyer of the lead character, Walter White, played by Bryan Cranston.
The show premiered on AMC back in February 8, 2015 and has so far aired five seasons.
They are now currently filming the sixth and final season, which is originally set to air in early 2022.
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